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Ion exchange is a process of exchanging ions between stationary and mobile phases. It is a natuael process that has been in practice for ages. Since commercial development took place in the last century, both academic and industrial research have been i,proving technology. This edition covers applications of ion exchange materials and technology in various fields, including fuel cells, catalysis, wastewater treatment and water purification,...

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In 2010 the global area of transgenic crops reached 148 million hectares, an 87-fold increase since 1996, making it the most rapidly adopted technology in the history of modern agriculture. In Transgenic Plants: Methods and Protocols, Second Edition expert researchers in the field provide key techniques to investigate production and analysis of transgenic plants. Focusing on selection and detection methods, transformation technology, gene...

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Essentials of Biology is an introductory biology text for non-major students that combines Dr. Sylvia Mader's superb and accessible writing style with clear visuals, a comprehensive learning system, and abundant applications and relevancy. Essentials of Biology explains the principles of biology clearly and illustrates them in a captivating, easy-to-understand manner. It emphasizes the relevance of biology to students' lives within a framework...

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