Methods in Agricultural Chemical Analysis: A Practical Handbook - Hardcover

CABI

9780851996080: Methods in Agricultural Chemical Analysis: A Practical Handbook

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0851996086 ISBN 13: 9780851996080

Publisher: CABI, 2002

This reference manual contains information on the most suitable procedures for the analysis of agricultural materials. It describes the analysis of soils and composts, plant materials, feeds, plant components (e.g. cellulose, lignin, trace elements), fertilizers, and biological substances. The book is designed as a laboratory sourcebook, complete with useful Internet addresses, and contains over 60 different practical methods. Each method is described by a step-by-step approach, and contains details of apparatus required, chemical reaction equations, formulas and calculations, and meticulous descriptions of experimental results. Most methods use standard equipment and instruments commonly found in the practical lab. The aim is that scientists with little experience in analytical techniques should be able to safely carry out these procedures and obtain acceptable results.

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About the Author:

N. T. Faithfull, Institute of Rural Studies, University of Aberystwyth.

Review:

"The methods chapters are a very useful compilation, rich in detail and sources... Overall I find the book useful and good value as a practical manual." (Agricultural Science)

"I would recommend this book to graduate students, teaching faculty in agricultural or environmental fields preparing for classes in the chemistry laboratory, and managers of small- and medium-size laboratories who are interested increasing the analytical capacity that they offer to the public." (Journal of Environmental Quality)

"[The book] will be useful to a wide range of people across the world." (Environment & Ecology)

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