Clay Minerals Their Antimicrobial and Antitoxic Applications

This book provides a comprehensive description of the application of clay minerals as disinfectants and the ingredients of medicines. While the presently available literature highlights one or two aspects of medicinal clays, a comprehensive text on all their major pharmaceutical applications is lack...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Ghosh, Bhaskar, Chakraborty, Dola (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2023, 2023
Edition:1st ed. 2023
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • An Overview of the Clay Minerals: Composition, Classification, Internal Structure and Properties
  • Clay-induced Antimicrobial and Antitoxic Mechanisms: How do the Clays Protect Us From Pathogens and Toxins?
  • Traditional Applications of the Antimicrobial and Antitoxic Properties of Clay Minerals
  • Antimicrobial Applications of Clays and Their Derivatives in Protection of Human Health
  • Antitoxic Applications of Clays in the Protection of Human Health
  • Clays in the Global War Against COVID-19: Why are They Preferable Over the Conventional Weaponry?
  • The Present and the Future: Advantages, Drawbacks, and Future Prospects of Clays for Protection of Human Health