The Lives of fungi : A Natural history of our planet's decomposers / Britt A. Bunyard

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Bunyard, Britt A [author]

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, 2022.Description: 288 pagesISBN:

9780691230351

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Contents:

Cover -- Contents -- Introduction -- What are Fungi? -- Reproduction -- Chemistry and Physiology -- Saprobes and Parasites -- Pathogens, Pandemics, and Scourges -- Mutualistic Symbionts -- Fungi and Humans -- Fungi and the Future -- Glossary -- Useful Resources -- Index -- Acknowledgments.

Summary: A fascinating and richly illustrated exploration of the natural history of fungiWe know fungi are important, for us as well as the environment. But how they live, and what they can do, remains mysterious and surprising. Filled with stunning photographs, The Lives of Fungi presents an inside look into their hidden and extraordinary world.The wonders of fungi are myriad: a mushroom poking up through leaf litter literally overnight, or the sensational hit of umami from truffle shavings. Alexander Fleming cured infections with mold and spiritual guides have long used psychedelic mushrooms to enhance understanding. Then there are the tiny threads of fungi, called hyphae, that create a communications network for the natural world while decomposing organic matter. Combining engaging and accessible text with beautiful images, The Lives of Fungi lays out all the essential facts about fungi for the mycologically curious.

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Item type	Current library	Home library	Collection	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Electronic Resources	National University - Manila	LRC - Main Electronic Books	Medical Technology		c.1	Available		EBK000000094

Includes index.

Cover --
Contents --
Introduction --
What are Fungi? --
Reproduction --
Chemistry and Physiology --
Saprobes and Parasites --
Pathogens, Pandemics, and Scourges --
Mutualistic Symbionts --
Fungi and Humans --
Fungi and the Future --
Glossary --
Useful Resources --
Index --
Acknowledgments.

A fascinating and richly illustrated exploration of the natural history of fungiWe know fungi are important, for us as well as the environment. But how they live, and what they can do, remains mysterious and surprising. Filled with stunning photographs, The Lives of Fungi presents an inside look into their hidden and extraordinary world.The wonders of fungi are myriad: a mushroom poking up through leaf litter literally overnight, or the sensational hit of umami from truffle shavings. Alexander Fleming cured infections with mold and spiritual guides have long used psychedelic mushrooms to enhance understanding. Then there are the tiny threads of fungi, called hyphae, that create a communications network for the natural world while decomposing organic matter. Combining engaging and accessible text with beautiful images, The Lives of Fungi lays out all the essential facts about fungi for the mycologically curious.

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