02394cam a22003493u 4500 49036 UtSlPG 20260610134128.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 64060274 UtSlPG en iso639-1 S Osborne, Thomas S. Atoms in Agriculture: Applications of Nuclear Science to Agriculture (Revised) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Understanding the atom Release date is 2015-05-23 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Atoms in Agriculture: Applications of Nuclear Science to Agriculture (Revised)" by Thomas S. Osborne is a scientific publication written during the early 1960s. This book explores the innovative applications of nuclear science in agricultural practices, detailing how radioactive isotopes and radiation can enhance agricultural research and productivity. It serves as a comprehensive examination of the benefits and methodologies that come from integrating nuclear techniques into various aspects of farming. The content of the book systematically discusses how radioisotopes act as tracer elements in studying plant nutrition, growth rates, and disease management. Osborne delves into practical inquiries such as how fertilizers move and are absorbed by plants, the impact of radiation on plant and animal metabolism, and the control of pests through biological means. Each chapter highlights case studies and research outcomes, illustrating the improvements achieved through these advanced techniques. Ultimately, the text advocates for the role of nuclear science in resolving ongoing challenges in agriculture, emphasizing its significance in ensuring food security and enhancing agricultural efficiency. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Radioisotopes in agriculture Agriculture -- Research Understanding the atom https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49036 89874 89874