Tag: Uses

Maize Cultivation, Uses and Health Benefits


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English | ISBN: 1620815141 | 2012 | 191 pages | PDF | 8 MB
Maize (Zea mays L.) commonly called corn, field corn, or Indian corn belongs to the Poaceae (Gramineae) family. It grows almost anywhere, although approximately 50% of the world’s maize is produced in the USA. It is one of the 3 major grain crops world-wide and extremely important for human and animal consumption (15 to 56% of total daily dietary caloric intake), food processing and other commercial activities in many developed and developing countries. This book aims to provide an up-to-date knowledge of recent developments in maize cultivation; the improvement of maize nutritional values to be used in food preparation and human consumption; and maize health benefits provided by the use of alternative maize varieties. The authors expect this book will provide a compendium of valuable knowledge for anyone interested in agricultural, environmental and food sciences.

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Lactobacillus Classification, Uses and Health Implications


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English | ISBN: 1620811510 | 2012 | 367 pages | PDF | 6 MB
Lactobacillus plantarum is a widespread lactic acid bacterium commonly found in fermented foods as well as in the human gastrointestinal tract. Application of Lactobacillus plantarum and its probiotic properties has been widely used over the past several years. The authors of this book present topical research in the study of the classification, uses and health implications of lactobacillus. Topics include the biochemical and genetic characteristics of L. plantarum; the probiotic potential of different strains of Lactobacillus plantarum; beneficial lactobacilli for improving respiratory defenses; the implementation of lactobacilli in meat applications; environmental applications of lactobacillus; and probiotics in pediatric diarrheal diseases.

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Carbon Black Production, Properties and Uses


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English | ISBN: 1612095356 | 2011 | 293 pages | PDF | 11 MB
Carbon black is a material produced by the incomplete combustion of heavy petroleum products. It is used as a pigment and reinforcement in rubber and plastic products. This book examines the production, properties and uses of carbon black. Topics discussed include carbon blacks in electrochemical energy conversion devices; application of carbon black vulcan XC-72R in polymeric electrolyte fuel cells; heat transfer and growth of primary black carbon particles in gas mixture; and health risks of carbon nanomaterials.

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CACO-2 Cells and Their Uses


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English | ISBN: 1612099173 | 2011 | 205 pages | PDF | 5 MB
Presents topical research in the study of CACO-2 cells and their uses. This book discusses topics that include the application of CACO-2 cell models as a supportive in vitro tool during drug discovery and formulation; co-culture systems with CACO-2 cells to evaluate the bioactivity of plant extracts; and, more.

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Wild Plants Identification, Uses and Conservation


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English | ISBN: 1612099661 | 2012 | 319 pages | PDF | 11 MB
In this book, the authors present topical research in the study of the identification, uses and conservation of wild plants. Topics discussed include identification of plant species using traditional and molecular-based methods; extracts from wild plants that possess antioxidant capacity; wild plant seed identification through image and linear discriminant analysis; the keystone tree species of Fagus sylvatica in the glacial refuge area of southern Europe and how dominant plant species influence the patterns of ecological interactions.

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Uses for Obsession A Chef’s Memoir


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English | October 15, 2024 | ISBN: 1922616842 | 272 pages | EPUB | 0.67 Mb
Chef and restaurateur Ben Shewry knows obsession well. Whether it’s crispy-edged lasagne, saltwater crocodile ribs or the perfect potato, obsession is what motivates him and what makes him tick.

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Theory and Uses of Acoustic Emissions


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English | ISBN: 1612099602 | 2012 | 289 pages | PDF | 12 MB
Acoustic Emission (AE) is a naturally occurring phenomenon whereby external stimuli, such as mechanical loading, generate sources of elastic waves. AE occurs when a small surface displacement of a material is produced due to stress waves generated when there is a rapid release of energy in a material, or on its surface. This new book presents current research in the study of the theory and uses of acoustic emissions. Topics discussed include acoustic emission from rocks generated in the course of a variety of experiments; applying the acoustic emission technique to estimate the defect density and strength of adhesively bonded couplings and structural health monitoring of ships and offshore structures using acoustic emission testing. ( Nova Press)

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Marijuana Uses, Effects and the Law


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English | ISBN: 1612092063 | 2011 | 152 pages | PDF | 8 MB
The cannabis sativa plant, more commonly known as marijuana, has been used medicinally for millenia and continues to play a significant role in medical treatment today. This book presents topical research in the study of marijuana; its uses, effects and legal issues. Topics discussed include measurement of cannabis consumption to assess the role of drug potency in rising rates of cannabis misuse disorders; the influence of marijuana legislation on vulnerable populations; marijuana use among adolescents and its effects and recreational marijuana use in a bariatric clinic population.

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