Handbook of microalgal culture : applied phycology and biotechnology

"Algae are some of the fastest growing organisms in the world, with up to 90% of their weight made up from carbohydrate, protein and oil.As well as these macromolecules, microalgae are also rich in other high-value compounds, such as vitamins, pigments, and biologically active compounds. All th...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Hu, Qiang , 1960- (Author), Richmond, Amos (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Hoboken, New Jersey : Wiley Blackwell , c2013
Edition:2nd ed
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. The microalgal cell the reference to mass cultures
  • 2. Mass cultivation and processing of microalgae
  • 3. Commercial species of industrial production
  • 4. Water pollution and bioremediantion by miroalgae
  • 5. Microalgae for aquaculture