Handbook of Media for Environmental Microbiology / Edition 2

by Ronald M. Atlas

Overview

The second edition of a bestseller, this book provides a comprehensive reference for the cultivation of bacteria, Archaea, and fungi from diverse environments, including extreme habitats. Expanded to include 2,000 media formulations, this book compiles the descriptions of media of relevance for the cultivation of microorganisms from soil, water, and air. The format allows easy reference to the information needed to prepare media for the cultivation of microorganisms required for environmental analysis, including the determination of water safety. The media are organized alphabetically, and each listing includes medium composition, instructions for preparation, commercial sources, and uses.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780849335600
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/29/2005
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	672
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Introduction. Organization. Names of Media. Trademarks. Composition of Media. Preparation of Media. References. Alphabetical listing.