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The Soil and the Microbe (Classic Reprint): An Introduction to the Study of the Microscopic Population of the Soil and Its Rôle in Soil Processes and Plant Growth - Couverture souple
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The microorganisms, through their various activities, thus enable organic life to continue uninterruptedly on our planet. They keep in constant circulation the elements which are most essential for plant and animal life. They break down the complex organic molecules, built up by plants and animals, into the simple mineralized constituents, making the elements again available for the growth of cultivated and uncultivated plants which in their turn supply further food for animals. Just as man and other animals, as well as higher plants, find their habitat on the surface of the soil or immediately below it, so do the microbes live largely within the upper few inches of the earth's crust, where they carry out their important activities, supplying a continuous stream of nutrients in an available form for the growth of higher plants. This surface pellicle of the earth is thus found to be the seat of numerous processes of incalculable importance in the life of man, animals, and plants, enabling them to carry out their normal existence on our planet. Just as man and animals are determined in their development by the supply of plant food, so is the growth of plants determined by the activities of microorganisms in the soil. The microbes were probably among the first living organisms which appeared on our planet millions of years ago. Although their presence in ancient rocks is largely speculative, it is reasonable to assume, from an appreciation of their specific physiological processes, that they may have lived normally on the earth long before it was a fit habitat for higher plants and animals.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the hidden world beneath our feet, revealing the crucial role of microorganisms in sustaining life on Earth. The author, a pioneer in soil microbiology, unveils a captivating universe teeming with bacteria, fungi, algae, and protozoa, all working together in a complex symphony of life. The book, published in 1930, predates much of the modern understanding of the microbiome, yet it presents a foundational understanding of the importance of these tiny organisms to soil fertility and plant growth. The author, a visionary of his time, articulates the interconnectedness of the natural world, highlighting how soil microbes are the unsung heroes of our ecosystem, breaking down organic matter, releasing essential nutrients, and ensuring the continued flourishing of plants and animals. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the invisible world that underpins all life, revealing the profound impact of soil microbes on the world we see and the world we depend on. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781390427882_0
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