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This newly published book offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the vast and relatively uncharted territories of nanotechnology in soil science and plant nutrition research. Spanning 21 chapters, it provides in-depth coverage of both the fundamental and applied aspects of the subject matter. The language used is clear and concise, ensuring that readers of all levels can easily comprehend the concepts presented. Each chapter is meticulously crafted to provide a thorough understanding of the subject matter, with relevant supporting data to back up the arguments made. This book serves as an ideal resource for students seeking to deepen their knowledge of the field, whether they are just beginning their academic journey or are more advanced learners.

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Author:   Tapan Adhikari ,  S.Kundu ,  A.Subba Rao
Publisher:   New India Publishing Agency
Imprint:   New India Publishing Agency
Dimensions:   Width: 2.40cm , Height: 22.90cm , Length: 15.20cm
Weight:   0.810kg
ISBN:  

9788119235261

ISBN 10:   8119235266
Pages:   320
Publication Date:   15 January 2013
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1. Historical Development in Nano-Science and Nanotechnology and its Scope in Natural Resource Management/A.Subba Rao, S. Kundu and Tapan Adhikari. 2. Conceptual Understanding of Nano-Science and Nano-technology/S. Kundu, Tapan Adhikari and A.K. Biswas. 3. Synthesis and Characterization of Nano Particles/A.S.Khanna. 4. Effect of Nano-pigments on Coatings for Special Corrosion Protection Applications/ A.S.Khanna. 5. Mechanical Synthesis of Nano Rock Phosphate and Its Application to Crops/Tapan Adhikari, S. Kundu, A.K. Biswas and Gopal Rathore. 6. Biological Nanoparticles for Higher Crop Production/J. C. Tarafdar. 7. Nano-induced Polysaccharide Powder and Its Application in Agriculture/J. C. Tarafdar. 8. Biomaterial Based Nanoformulation for Agriculture/Vinod Saharan. 9. Fate and Behaviour of Metal-Based Nanoparticles in Soil/A.K. Biswas, Tapan Adhikari, K. Ramesh, S. Kundu and A. Subba Rao. 10 Carbon Nanotube Based Nano-Sensors/C. D. Singh. 11. Use of Nano-Sensors in Precision Agriculture/C. D. Singh. 12. Wireless Nano-Sensor Communication Network in Agriculture/C. D. Singh. 13. Transmission Electron Microscopy: Basics and Application in the study of Nanoparticles/K. Rajukumar. 14. Nanoparticles Controllable Synthesis and Characterization/Jitendra Panwar. 15. Clay Minerals in Nanotechnology Venture in Agriculture/Siddhartha S. Mukhopadhyay. 16. Synthesis of Nano Particles and their Application in Natural Resource Management/S. Kundu, Tapan Adhikari and A.K.Biswas. 17. Application of Nanotechnology for Environmental Remediation/A.K. Biswas, Tapan Adhikari and S. Kundu. 18. Conceptual Understanding and Instrumentation used in Nano-Science and Nanotechnology/Purnima Swarup Khare. 19. Imaging and SpectroscopyTwo Pillars for Nano Materials Research/Tapan Adhikari and Samik Pal. 20. Nano-FertilizersSynthesis, Characterization and Applications/K.S. Subramanian and C. Sharmila Rahale. 21. Smart Delivery System Prospects in Agriculture/K. S. Subramanian, S. Manikandan and M. Praghadeesh. 22. Baseline Information on Safety, Toxicity and Adaptation of NPs in Soil and Aquatic Life/ H.V. Murugkar.

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Tapan Adhikari: Principal Scientist , Division of Environmental Soil Science, Indian Institute of Soil Science, Nabibagh, Berasia, Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh-462 038, India S.Kundu: Principal Scientist , Division of Environmental Soil Science, Indian Institute of Soil Science, Nabibagh, Berasia, Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh-462 038, India A.Subba Rao: Director, ICAR Indian Institute of Soil Science, Nabibagh, Berasia, Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh-462 038, India

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