Results 121 to 130 of about 1,811 (179)
Some of the next articles are maybe not open access.
Lichens as Agents of Biodeterioration
2014One of the major roles lichens play in shaping the natural world, both physically and biologically, is as agents in soil development: formerly considered only in a geological context, recent research has shown that they are capable of biodeteriorating stone substrata within a relatively short timescale. Chemical alteration of the substratum is achieved
openaire +2 more sources
1991
The biodeterioration of hydrocarbons only occurs when water is present, the active deteriogens growing either at the oil-water interface or in the aqueous phase. It is primarily trophic biodeterioration in which the hydrocarbon is used as a carbon and energy source and as such is synonymous with biodegradation.
openaire +1 more source
The biodeterioration of hydrocarbons only occurs when water is present, the active deteriogens growing either at the oil-water interface or in the aqueous phase. It is primarily trophic biodeterioration in which the hydrocarbon is used as a carbon and energy source and as such is synonymous with biodegradation.
openaire +1 more source
Polymer Engineering & Science, 1964
Abstract The deterioration of plastics by biological agents of considerable concern not only to the U. S. Department of Defense but to the national economy as a whole. Although the importance of the subject was recognized by some since the early days of the plastics industry, widespread investigation first began during World War II ...
openaire +1 more source
Abstract The deterioration of plastics by biological agents of considerable concern not only to the U. S. Department of Defense but to the national economy as a whole. Although the importance of the subject was recognized by some since the early days of the plastics industry, widespread investigation first began during World War II ...
openaire +1 more source
The Biodeterioration of Synthetic Resins Used in Conservation
Macromolecular Bioscience, 2004AbstractSummary: Synthetic resins have been extensively employed by artists in their works of art, e.g. as paint binders, or by conservators for conservation treatments, e.g. as stone consolidants and protectives. It is generally thought that synthetic resins are less prone to chemical, physical and biological deterioration than other organic products ...
CAPPITELLI F. +2 more
openaire +4 more sources
2017
Awareness of the importance of ensuring durability of concrete has been a growing concern of engineers, and there is now considerable understanding of the mechanisms, which cause its deterioration, and means of limiting such damage through the use of appropriate materials and approaches to design.
openaire +1 more source
Awareness of the importance of ensuring durability of concrete has been a growing concern of engineers, and there is now considerable understanding of the mechanisms, which cause its deterioration, and means of limiting such damage through the use of appropriate materials and approaches to design.
openaire +1 more source
Biodeterioration and Disinfectants
1988The role of environmental sites and surfaces and skin surfaces (mainly the hands) in transfer of infection has long been recognised. Under normal circumstances, the healthy adult in the community is relatively resistant to infection but in the hospital environment, where resistance may be compromised, or in various situations where processing of foods,
openaire +1 more source
Environmental Significance of Lichens and Biodeterioration
2019This chapter underlines the environmental values of lichens, an important part of biodiversity on Earth, and at the same time addresses the subject of biodeterioration in detail. Diversity and sociology of lichens, ecological factors effective on growth and distribution of the lichens, bioindicative and biomonitoring roles of lichens in the air ...
openaire +2 more sources
BIODETERIORATION OF TEXTILES AND ITS PREVENTION
Studies in Conservation, 1964(1964). BIODETERIORATION OF TEXTILES AND ITS PREVENTION. Studies in Conservation: Vol. 9, 1964 Delft Conference on The Conservation of Textiles. Second Edition, 1965, pp. 94-104.
openaire +2 more sources