Soil Biology & Ecology: The Basics

Soil Biology & Ecology: The Basics offers an accessible introduction to the diverse and dynamic world beneath our feet. This book explores soil as a thriving habitat, detailing the rich biodiversity of microorganisms and macroorganisms that sustain essential ecological cycles. It covers the key biochemical cycles in soil, including carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur, explaining how these processes contribute to soil fertility and ecosystem health. With a focus on ecological relationships like symbiosis and competition, this guide illuminates the vital role of soil in supporting life and agricultural productivity.

Ideal for students, researchers, and nature enthusiasts, the book is a foundational resource for understanding soil's impact on the biosphere and human food production.

Key Features:
- Comprehensive overview of soil as a living ecosystem
- Detailed coverage of soil microbiota, macrobiota, and biochemical cycles
- Insights into ecological relationships and their practical applications

Author: Dan Răzvan Popoviciu

Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers

Publication Date: Dec 23, 2024

Number of Pages: 148 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: 9815313312

ISBN-13: 9789815313314