Biodegradation of Pesticides
When first developed, chlorinated pesticides such as DDT, dieldrin, and mirex were received with open arms, quickly becoming popular as effective, economic agents against pests. But evidence began to mount that residues of these chemicals remained in the environment, not breaking down, often appeari...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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New York, NY
Springer US
1982, 1982
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 1982 |
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| Collection: | Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- I Biodegradation of Pesticides: Principles and Mechanisms
- 1 Degradation of Pesticides by Animals
- 2 Pesticide Metabolism in Plants: Reactions and Mechanisms
- 3 Degradation of Pesticides in the Environment by Microorganisms and Sunlight
- II Application of the Principles of Biodegrada Tion of Pesticides
- 4 Microbial Degradation of Pesticides in Tropical Soils
- 5 Persistence and Biodegradation of Herbicides
- 6 Biodegradation of Agricultural Fungicides
- 7 Biodegradable Insecticides: Their Application in Forestry
- 8 The Use of Biodegradable Pesticides in Public Health Entomology
- 9 Pesticides for Stored Products
- 10 Application of Biodegradable Pesticides in India