Cork
biology, production and uses
1st ed.
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Word Count
84,000 words, Guess
Page Count
336 pages
Identifiers
- Internet Archivecorkbiologyprodu00pere_032
- Internet Archivecorkbiologyprodu0000pere
- ISBN-100444529675
- ISBN-139780444529671
- Library of Congress Control Number2010455082
and 3 more
- OCLC Control Number76935832
- Better World Books9780444529671
- Open LibraryOL24883202M
Classifications
- DDC583.46
- LCCQK495.F14 P459 2007
- LCCQK495.F14
and 1 more
- LCCQK495.F14 P47 2007
Description
This comprehensive book describes cork as a natural product, as an industrial raw-materials, and as a wine bottle closure. From its formation in the outer bark of the cork oak tree to the properties that are of relevance to its use, cork is presented and explained including its physical and mechanical properties. The industrial processing of cork from post-harvest procedures to the production of cork agglomerates and composites is described. Intended as a reference book, this is the ideal compilation of scientific knowledge on state-of-the-art cork production and use Key Features: *Presents comprehensive coverage from cork formation to post-harvest procedures *Explains the physical properties, mechanical properties and quality of cork *Addresses topics of interest for those in food science, agriculture and forestry.
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