Handbook of biodegradation, biodetrioration, and biostabilization /
"This book is about protecting materials and products against colonization and subsequent degradation of their properties. The book contains 11 chapters devoted to essential aspects of biodegradation and biostabilization. The introductory chapter provides a historical note on chronological deve...
| Main Author: | |
|---|---|
| Corporate Author: | |
| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Scarborough, Ontario :
ChemTec Publishing,
2026.
|
| Edition: | 3rd edition. |
| Subjects: | |
| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
| Summary: | "This book is about protecting materials and products against colonization and subsequent degradation of their properties. The book contains 11 chapters devoted to essential aspects of biodegradation and biostabilization. The introductory chapter provides a historical note on chronological developments in the field, presents the classification of biocidal products, and defines essential terms frequently used in the book's subject. Microorganisms involved in the biodegradation and biodeterioration of materials are presented within the framework of their classification based on the most recent findings and conclusions. Chapter 2 discusses information on 13 groups of bacteria, 7 groups of fungi, and 4 groups of protozoa involved in biodegradative processes. Chapter 3 is devoted to industrial biocides. In this discussion, biocides are divided into 19 groups, and the properties of stabilizers for each group are given in tabular form. Only stabilizers permitted for use in the European Union and the USA are included in the discussion. The selection is based on the most current lists of approved substances. Information on different biocides is followed by sections discussing principles of selection of biostabilizers and methods of stabilizers delivery (bulk addition, nanoparticles, delayed delivery, surface coating, and reaction with functionalized polymer). Properties of stabilizers included in each group are part of a companion book entitled Databook of Biocides, which was recently published and gives details of biocides permitted for use in the European Union and the USA. Chapter 4 discusses the influence of material properties on biodeterioration. It covers surface properties, crystalline structure, pH, the effect of oxidation prior to biodegradation, and the effect of pigments. Chapter 5 aims to discuss the mechanism and kinetics of biostabilizers’ action. Among many other topics, the influence of biomass adhesion, resistance to the biocide, biocide leaching rate, and longevity of stabilized materials are discussed. Chapter 6 contains information on biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization of industrial products. For each group of products, relevant microorganisms, essential product components, mechanisms of biodegradation and biodeterioration, results of biodeterioration, biostabilization, and used formulations are given. 30 groups of industrial products are included in the evaluation. This, the most important chapter, also discusses more than 36 groups of polymers in separate sections. Chapter 7 contains information on standard and frequently used analytical methods in the fields of biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization of materials. Chapter 8 evaluates the biocide application's health and safety aspects, including topics such as toxic substance control, carcinogenic effects, workplace exposure limits, and food regulatory acts. Chapter 9 contains the most current information on the environmental fate of biostabilizers, including their concentrations, toxicity, and rates of decay. The discussion is based on the data to give a real picture of the current situation. Chapter 10 provides a comprehensive background of legislative measures by providing information on regulations developed in the European Union, by world organizations, and in the USA. The last chapter concerns the protection of workers who use biocides in their work, including clothing, gloves, and eye and respiratory protection.. This comprehensive source of fundamental information and data is based on thousands of papers, patents, and information from biocide manufacturers. The above contents and the most up-to-date information make this book essential for almost all fields of applied chemistry. Very drastic changes in biocides, which can be used according to regulations, make most of the very informative books published in the past misleading because regulations eliminated many of the products they discussed. This book only looks at future applications, giving ideas on how to protect materials in today’s environment."-- |
|---|---|
| Physical Description: | 1 online resource. Issued also in print format. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781774670897 1774670895 |