Yeasts: Characteristics and Identification :3rd Edition
This new edition of the standard yeast identification and reference manual is the most up-to-date ever published. Over half of the volume is devoted to descriptions of the 678 currently recognised species, presented in a clear, easy to use layout and illustrated with over 1300 high quality photomicrographs. Readily usable keys and tables allow identification of all of the species described and a wealth of reference information broadens the scope of the book beyond identification. The book provides:
? 678 species descriptions, with the results of 99 physiological tests displayed at a glance
? Over 1300 high quality photomicrographs to accompany the descriptions, including 500 photomicrographs new to this edition
? Nine identification keys, based on clearly defined groups of yeasts
? Tables for identifying each species
? A summary of the characteristics of 93 yeast genera
? A list of nearly 4000 published yeast names, with provenances and synonyms
? A list of specific epithets, with the genera to which they have belonged
? General sections on yeast classification and laboratory methods
? An extensive bibliography and a comprehensive glossary
? New edition of the essential yeast identification guide and reference manual
? Completely revised and expanded to include additional species and illustrations
? Accessible and easy to use format
? Illustrated with over 1300 high quality photomicrographs
? A summary of 83 yeast genera
? Register of almost 4000 published yeast names with known synonyms
? Bibliography with 2000 full references and comprehensive glossary
? General sections on yeast classification and laboratory methods
Contents include:
Acknowledgements; 1. Introduction; 2. How this book was produced; 3. How yeasts are classified; 4. Laboratory methods for identifying yeasts; 5. Characteristics of the genera; 6. Summary of specific characteristics; 7. Descriptions of the species, arranged alphabetically; 8. The keys; 9. Tables for identifying individual species; 10. Register of yeasts names; 11. Register of specific epithets; Addendum of recently describes species; Glossary; References; Subject index.
Author: Barnett,Payne & Yarrow
Publisher: CUP
Extra Details: Hardback 9 x 12 inches tall.1150 Pages. Lavishly Illustrated throughout.NEW BOOK.
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