Description
Discover the captivating world of fungi with this engaging trade paperback. Fungi are remarkable organisms that thrive in all environments, from the icy landscapes of Antarctica to the heat of desert dunes. This essential guide dives deep into the diverse roles fungi play in our ecosystem, showing how they form beneficial partnerships with plants and assist in bioremediation efforts, helping to cleanse our planet. Learn about the duality of fungi: while some are notorious for consuming crops and causing diseases, others contribute positively by protecting plants and healing ailments. Explore their fascinating applications in innovative domains, including furniture design, sustainable building materials, and even eco-friendly sneakers. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and anyone curious about the hidden wonders of the natural world, this book invites you to embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of Funky Fungi. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781641605779, Format: Trade paperback (US), Year: 2022, Publisher: Chicago Review Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781641605779
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Description:
Fungi are everywhere! They live in the coldest corner of Antarctica and on hot, sandy desert dunes. They’re in the air you breathe and the food you eat. But fungi are more than pizza toppings. They form partnerships with plants and help us clean up our planet through bioremediation. Some fungi eat our crops; others protect them. Some fungi cause diseases; others cure them. Some are bigger than you; others are so tiny you need a microscope to see them. And now, people are finding ways to use fungi to make furniture, building materials, and even sneakers.So grab your gear and let’s go find someFunky Fungi.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781641605779
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Description:
Fungi are everywhere! They live in the coldest corner of Antarctica and on hot, sandy desert dunes. They’re in the air you breathe and the food you eat. But fungi are more than pizza toppings. They form partnerships with plants and help us clean up our planet through bioremediation. Some fungi eat our crops; others protect them. Some fungi cause diseases; others cure them. Some are bigger than you; others are so tiny you need a microscope to see them. And now, people are finding ways to use fungi to make furniture, building materials, and even sneakers.So grab your gear and let’s go find someFunky Fungi.