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    The Biological System of the Elements

    Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
    This book is written for researchers and students interested in the function and role of chemical elements in biological or environmental systems. Experts have long known that the Periodic System of Elements (PSE) provides only an inadequate chemical description of elements of biological, environmental or medicinal importance. This book explores the notion of a Biological System of the Elements ... Read more

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    Building on the first principles of environmental chemistry, engineering, and ecology, this volume fills the need for an advanced textbook introducing the modern, integrated environmental management approach, with a view towards long-term sustainability and within the framework of international regulations.As such, it presents the classic technologies alongside innovative ones that are just now ... Read more

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  • Earth System Science

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    Series Book 72 - International Geophysics
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  • Marine Carbon Biogeochemistry

    A Primer for Earth System Scientists

    Series series SpringerBriefs in Earth System Sciences
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  • Natural and Artificial Photosynthesis

    Solar Power as an Energy Source

    This technical book explores current and future applications of solar power as an unlimited source of energy that earth receives every day. Photosynthetic organisms have learned to utilize this abundant source of energy by converting it into high-energy biochemical compounds. Inspired by the efficient conversion of solar energy into an electron flow, attempts have been made to construct artificial ... Read more

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    Series series Micro and Nano Technologies
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