Books published by Larsen and Keller Education

This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of bioenergy. It attempts to understand the multiple branches that fall under this discipline and how such concepts have practical applications. Bioenergy refers to a form of renewable energy which is produced by using biological resources. The resources used are biomass, wood, straw, sugar cane, manure and other agricultural products. This book also describes in detail the positive and the negative impacts of bioenergy. Most of the topics introduced in this textbook cover new techniques and the applications of bioenergy. Different approaches, evaluations and methodologies on this subject have been included in it. For someone with an interest and eye for detail, this book covers the most significant topics in the field of bioenergy. This text will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.

This book explores all the important aspects of biofuels in the present day scenario. It discusses in detail the importance of biofuels and their different uses. Biofuels refer to the fuels which are produced by biological processes like anaerobic digestion and agriculture and not by geological processes. The different topics included in this extensive text cover the various forms of biofuel that are available such as biodiesel, bioethanol and biomass. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. Different approaches, evaluations and methodologies on biofuels have been included in it. This textbook, with its detailed analyses and data, will prove immensely beneficial to students involved in this area of biofuels at various levels.

This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of biodiversity. It attempts to understand the multiple branches that fall under this discipline and how such concepts have practical applications. Biodiversity refers to the various species of animals, plants, insects that are present on the different ecosystems on Earth. It includes topics like species variation, genetic variation and ecosystem variation. The different types of biodiversity are terrestrial and marine. This book will give detailed information about both of the above mentioned topics along with other ones. The topics included in this text are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. The textbook aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

Biodegradation refers to the process of the decomposition of materials by microorganisms like fungi, bacteria, etc. It is a natural process, which enables the disintegration of waste in the nature. It is often used in fields like waste management, ecology, natural environment and biomedicine, etc. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of biodegradation. It is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the theory and practice of the subject. The text aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

Atomic physics as a part of physics deals with the study of atoms and its components, which are neutrons, electrons and protons. The field is primarily focused on the presence of electrons in the atom, their arrangement and the processes, which can change this arrangement. This field is also closely related to molecular, atomic and optical physics. The aim of this book is to present these topics in the most easy to comprehend language. It attempts to understand the multiple branches that fall under the discipline of atomic physics and how such concepts have practical applications. This textbook is an essential guide for both academicians and those who wish to pursue this discipline further.

This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to bacteriology. It provides indepth information about the field and its applications. Bacteriology is a part of microbiology. It refers to the study of the classification, identification and characterization of bacteria which is a prokaryotic microorganism. This text will give knowledge about the uses of bacteria in the various industries and their importance in medicinal studies. Most of the topics introduced in the book cover new techniques and the applications of bacteriology. Through this book, we attempt to further enlighten the readers about the new concepts in this field.

This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of physics. It picks up individual branches and explains their need and contribution in the context of the growth of this field. Physics is a vast subject and has multiple subfields. This textbook attempts to provide complete information about the basic principles and fundamental concepts of this huge subject area. It presents this complex subject in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. For all those who are interested in physics, this textbook can prove to be an essential guide. With its detailed analyses and data, this book on physics will prove immensely beneficial to students involved in this area at various levels.

This book provides comprehensive insights into the field of astronomy. It attempts to understand the multiple branches that fall under this discipline and explains how such concepts have practical applications. Astronomy refers to the study of the chemistry, evolution and physical properties of natural satellites, stars, planets, galaxies, nebulae, moons, asteroids and comets, etc. Astronomy includes subjects like celestial navigation, calendar making, observational astronomy and also astrophysics, etc. Most of the topics introduced in this text cover new techniques and the applications of astronomy. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. Through this book, we attempt to further enlighten the readers about the new concepts in this field.

This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of antennas and propagation. It talks about the uses and applications of this technology. An electrical device that converts radio waves into electric power and vice and versa is known as an antenna or aerial. It is generally used in radio and electronics. The devices which use this antenna technology are broadcast television, cell phones, communication receivers, radio broadcasting, wireless microphones, radars, bluetooth enabled devices and satellite communications, etc. This book presents the complex subject of antennas and propagation in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. The topics included in it are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this text.

Agronomy is that branch of agriculture, which deals with the study of plants in order to get food, fiber, fuel, etc. The major topics included in agronomy are plant breeding, crop rotation, soil classification, weed control, irrigation, plant physiology, soil fertility, pest control, etc. This book provides detailed information about the subject of agronomy. It aims to understand the various topics that fall under this discipline, and also examines the techniques and how these have practical applications. Coherent flow of topics and student friendly language make this text an invaluable source of knowledge.

This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to air quality monitoring and control strategies. It provides great detail about the fundamental concepts of this subject. Air pollution is a growing concern for our world today. Air quality control and monitoring has been necessary for increasing the standard of life and in order to achieve this, certain laws, rules and regulations have been passed by countries and organizations in various capacities. This text is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts of this field. Most of the topics introduced in this book covers new devices and technologies related to air quality monitoring. Different approaches, evaluations and methodologies have been included in it. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for students.

This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of algebra. It provides in depth knowledge of this field of study. As a part of mathematics, algebra includes the study of groups and fields and their manipulation. It is generally referred to as the backbone of mathematics. Some of the diverse topics covered in this book address the varied branches that fall under this category. The book studies, analyses and upholds the pillars of algebra and its utmost significance in modern times. This textbook is an essential guide for students who are seeking detailed information in this area.

The aim of this text is to present the topic of agricultural engineering in the most comprehensive way. It talks about the different methods and concepts in this area. Agricultural engineering deals with the design and creation of technologies and systems that regulate as well as improve existing utilization of resources and irrigation practices. The topics covered in this textbook offer the readers new insights into the field of agricultural engineering. It picks up individual branches and explains their need and contribution in the context of the growth of this field. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.

This book elucidates new techniques and their applications in a multidisciplinary approach with respect to agricultural science. Such selected concepts that redefine this field and its different branches have been presented in the text. As a field of biology, agricultural science refers to the study of various factors like natural, economic and social in relation to their effect on agriculture. It incorporates crop science and technology, which is the study of crops and how to use various biological and physical principles to increase their efficiency in creating food and fiber, etc. from light. This text presents the complex subject of crop science and technology along with agriculutral science in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. Through the book, we attempt to further enlighten readers about the new concepts in this field.

The book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of advertising. It gives deep insights about this field of study. Advertising is a part of marketing communication mix. It refers to the use of audio and visual to promote or sell any product, idea or service. The channels used in advertising are T.V, radio, internet, direct email, outdoor advertising and new media, etc. Such selected concepts that redefine advertising have been presented in this book. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the text makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of the discipline. This textbook is a complete source of knowledge on the present status of this important field.

Aerospace engineering is a vast field of engineering which is concerned with the designing, construction, development of spacecrafts and aircrafts. It is divided into two major subfields namely, astronautical engineering and aeronautical engineering. This field is often referred to as rocket science. This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments with respect to aerospace engineering. It picks up individual branches and explains their need and contribution in the context of growth of this subject. The various sub-fields of aerospace engineering along with their technological progress that have future implications are glanced at in this text. As this field is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this textbook will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the subject.

Growing population has led to many different problems in today's world, worst of all being pollution. Environment is being damaged every day because of the actions of human beings and thus, its protection and preservation has become vital. Environmental protection and management is the field, which deals with study of laws, rules, scientific solutions, etc. required to conserve our environment and save its inhabitants. This book provides information about the most basic to the most complex topics related to this field. Some of the diverse topics covered in it address the varied branches that fall under this category. The textbook is appropriate for those seeking detailed information in this area.

This book outlines the processes and applications of sports medicine in detail. It provides in-depth insights about the various concepts and theories related to this subject. Sports medicine deals with the study and practice of providing health care and medical assistance to the athletes and sports persons. It mainly deals with sports injury and generally works in the field of muscular cramps and other sprains, splints or strains. The topics covered in this extensive text deal with the core subjects of sports medicine. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this textbook an invaluable source of knowledge.

To work in an optimum way, companies require industrial engineering. It deals with the practice of eliminating the tasks, machines, manufacturing processes, machine time, etc. that are causing delay or are wasting the production time. This field of study is used for better optimization of intricate organizations, processes and systems. This book studies, analyses and uphold the pillars of industrial engineering and manufacturing processes and its utmost significance in modern times. The topics included in it are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. This textbook is meant for students who are looking for an elaborate reference text on industrial engineering and manufacturing processes.

Data mining refers to that field of information technology, which deals with the extraction of useful information from various data sets and their transformation into an understandable structure. It consists of elements of machine learning, database systems, artificial intelligence, statistics, etc. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of data mining, which will be crucial for the holistic understanding of the subject matter. Selected concepts that redefine this field have been presented in the text. For someone with an interest and eye for detail, this textbook covers the most significant topics of this field. The textbook covers the fundamental components and practices that make up the data mining. It will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.