{"product_id":"introduction-to-soil-chemistry-alfred-r-conklin-9781118135143","title":"Introduction to Soil Chemistry: Analysis and Instrumentation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvides the tools needed to explore the incredible complexities of the earth's soils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNow in its \u003ci\u003eSecond Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e this highly acclaimed text fully equips readers with the skills and knowledge needed to analyze soil and correctly interpret the results. Due to the highly complex nature of soil, the author carefully explains why unusual results are routinely obtained during soil analyses, including the occurrence of methane in soil under oxidative conditions. The text also assists readers in developing their own analytical techniques in order to analyze particular samples or test for particular compounds or properties.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eSecond Edition\u003c\/i\u003e of \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Soil Chemistry\u003c\/i\u003e features four new chapters. Moreover, the entire text has been thoroughly updated and revised. It begins with a review of the history of soil chemistry, introducing fundamental concepts that apply to all soils. Next, the text explores: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic soil characteristics, horizonation, texture, clay, air, water, solids, organic matter, organisms, and fundamental chemical concepts essential to soil chemistry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTested and proven sampling techniques for soil analysis that provide reliable analytical results\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic soil measurement techniques and extraction procedures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstrumentation to isolate and identify soil chemicals, including plant nutrients and contaminants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetailed examples and figures throughout the text help readers successfully perform soil sampling and analytical methods as well as better understand soil's chemical characteristics. At the end of each chapter, a bibliography and list of references lead to additional resources to explore individual topics in greater depth. Each chapter also offers problem sets, encouraging readers to put their newfound skills into practice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflecting the latest research findings and best practices, the \u003ci\u003eSecond Edition\u003c\/i\u003e of \u003ci\u003eIntroduction to Soil Chemistry\u003c\/i\u003e is ideal for both students and soil chemists who want to explore the incredible complexities of the earth's soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Alfred R. Conklin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1118135148\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781118135143\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wiley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/17\/2014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 376\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.39lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.41h x 6.38w x 1.00d","brand":"Alfred R. Conklin","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46927807447295,"sku":"9781118135143","price":136.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d5c83dfb-afdd-41df-9f3c-a4388e94cb1a.jpg?v=1749373031","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/introduction-to-soil-chemistry-alfred-r-conklin-9781118135143","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}