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This book takes the reader on a journey through the groundbreaking experiments conducted at Rothamsted, a landmark research facility in agricultural science. The author guides us through the work of two visionary scientists, Lawes and Gilbert, who dedicated their lives to understanding the fundamental principles behind plant growth. The book unfolds the story of their pioneering research in a captivating way, placing it within the context of the 19th-century agricultural revolution. We learn about the critical discoveries they made regarding the sources of nitrogen in plants, the composition of soil, and the effects of different fertilizers. The book delves into the intricacies of crop rotations, the impact of manuring on soil fertility, and the role of nitrogen in the growth of various crops. The author skillfully highlights the importance of long-term research and the value of carefully controlled experiments in advancing our understanding of agricultural processes. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of agricultural science and provides valuable insights into the complex relationship between plants, soil, and human intervention.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a journey through the groundbreaking experiments conducted at Rothamsted, a landmark research facility in agricultural science. The author guides us through the work of two visionary scientists, Lawes and Gilbert, who dedicated their lives to understanding the fundamental principles behind plant growth. The book unfolds the story of their pioneering research in a captivating way, placing it within the context of the 19th-century agricultural revolution. We learn about the critical discoveries they made regarding the sources of nitrogen in plants, the composition of soil, and the effects of different fertilizers. The book delves into the intricacies of crop rotations, the impact of manuring on soil fertility, and the role of nitrogen in the growth of various crops. The author skillfully highlights the importance of long-term research and the value of carefully controlled experiments in advancing our understanding of agricultural processes. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of agricultural science and provides valuable insights into the complex relationship between plants, soil, and human intervention. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330714843_0
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