Soil microorganisms as controllers of atmospheric trace gases (H2, CO, CH4, OCS, N20 and NO)
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Majority of the trace gas production and consumption processes in soil are due to microorganisms, and microbial metabolism appears to control the trace gas flux between soil and atmosphere. Trace gases, H2, CO, CH4, OCS, N2O and NO, play roles ranging from growth substrates to cometabolites and stoichiometric products in the microbial metabolism. Trace gas surveys reveal wetland soils as important CH4/NO/N2O sources and upland soils as NO/N2O sources as well as H2/CO/CH4 sinks. Most of the trace gases not only serve as electron donors in oxidation reactions, but also yield biosynthetic energy.
Publication Name: Microbiological Reviews
Subject: Biological sciences
ISSN: 0146-0749
Year: 1996
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Rechargeable battery news
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Connecticut, Minnesota and Vermont have enacted laws requiring battery-operated products to have 'easily removable' batteries. A number of other states are considering similar legislation. The law is aimed at preventing contamination from toxic battery chemicals.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1992
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Plant power
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Plants contain nutrients and substances needed by the body to stay alive and healthy. Keeping a regular plant-based diet ensures lifelong vitality and strength. A five-day meal plan of these energy-boosting vegetables is provided.
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1998
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