Deterioration of Materials by Microorganisms
The following points highlight the ten economically important materials that are being deteriorated by the activity of microorganisms. The economically important materials are: 1. Pulp Wood 2. Paper-Pulp 3. Finished Paper 4. Textile and Cordage 5. Painted Surfaces 6. Rubber 7. Leather 8. Metal Corrosion 9. Wood Deterioration 10. Food Spoilage. Material # 1. Pulp-Wood: Pulp-wood represents the wood which [...]