TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER ONE
1.0 Introduction
1.1 What are Microorganisms?
1.2 Meaning of Sustainable Environment
1.3 Challenges Imposed on Environment by Human Activities
CHAPTER TWO
2.1 Beneficial Microbes in Changing Environment
2.2 Role of Microbes in the Environment
2.3 Microbes and Climate
2.4 Application of Microorganisms for Sustainable Agriculture
CHAPTER THREE
3.1 Role and Uses of Microorganisms in Bioremediation of Contaminated Soil
3.2 Types of Root-Associated Microorganisms and Strategies for their
Management
3.2.1. The plant-associated microbiome
3.2.2 Beneficial rhizosphere microorganisms
3.2.3 Implementing the technology for the production
3.3 Use of Indigenous Microorganisms as Biofertilizer
3.4 Role of Microorganisms in Natural Farming
CHAPTER FOUR
4.1 Application of Microorganisms in Bioleaching of Heavy Metals
4.2 Biotechnology Tools for Environmental Sustainability
4.2.1 Biodetergents and Biosolvent Research/Production
4.2.2 Benefits for Farmers, Workers, and the Environment
4.2.3 Bioremediation
4.3 Application of Microorganisms in Crude Oil Bioremediation
CHAPTER FIVE
5.1 Challenges of the Use of Microorganisms for Bioremediation
5.2 Future Perspectives of the Benefits of Microbes to Environmental Sustainability
5.3 Conclusion
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