Ecophysiology of Fungi / Edition 1

by R. C. Cooke, J. M. Whipps

Overview

This advanced undergraduate textbook examines major aspects of fungal physiology in relation to fungal behavior in natural habitats and, in so doing, provides a firm link between the divergent disciplines of fungal physiology and fungal ecology. A largely mechanistic approach is made within selected areas of fundamental importance. The themes are the functional interaction of the fungus with its abiotic and biotic environment and the reconciliation of laboratory studies with observations made under natural conditions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780632021680
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	08/20/1993
Series:	Botantical Monographs
Pages:	348
Product dimensions:	3.94(w) x 9.84(h) x 0.59(d)

About the Author

R. C. Cooke and J. M. Whipps are the authors of Ecophysiology of Fungi, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

Concepts; Evolution, Ecology and Physiology; Growth and Development; Resource acquisition and utilization; Growth dynamics and transformations; Constraints, limitations and extreme environments; Reproduction and Establishment; Induction and control of reproduction; Propagules: factors affecting survival; Dormancy and activation; Germination; Orientation; Interactions with other Heterotrophs; Microorganisms; Macroscopic animals; Animals as habitats

Editorial Reviews

Integrates physiological studies carried out in the laboratory with observations of fungal behavior in natural settings to provide a comprehensive reference on the interactions of fungi with abiotic and biotic elements of the environment. Discusses evolutionary routes, the determinants of niche preferences, nutritional modes, life strategies, resource acquisition, reproduction, sensory systems, symbiosis, and other aspects. Of interest to researchers and advanced students in mycology, microbiology, and related sciences. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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