Plant Roots

The root system is a vital part of the plant and therefore understanding roots and their functioning is key to agricultural, plant and soil scientists.<br /> <p>In <i>Plant Roots</i> Professor Peter Gregory brings together recent developments in techniques and an improved understanding of plant and soil interactions to present a comprehensive look at this important relationship, covering:</p> <ul> <li>Root response to, and modification of, soils</li> <li>Genetic control of roots’ responses to the environment</li> <li>Use of modern techniques in imaging, molecular biology and analytical chemistry</li> <li>Practical exploitation of root characters </li> </ul> <p>This book will be a vital tool for plant, crop, soil and agricultural scientists, plant physiologists, environmental scientists, ecologists and hydrologists. It will be a valuable addition to libraries in universities, agricultural colleges and research establishments where these subjects are studied and taught.</p>