Geared to the practicing engineer and blasting practitioner who have little theoretical background in blasting & explosives engineering. For highway agency field construction and geotechnical contractor performed blasting in the field

"Absolute Science" is a self-contained scheme aimed at pupils ranging between levels three and six with extension material for pupils working at levels seven and eight. It matches the QCA Scheme of Work and provides support for the Key Stage 3 programme of study.

Root-knot nematodes are the most economically important group of plant-parasitic nematodes worldwide, and their control presents a major global challenge. Advances are being made in understanding their biology, host-parasite interaction and management strategies. This comprehensive guide with contributions from international experts covers the taxonomy, classification, morphology, life-cycle biology, resistance, sampling, detection and control strategies of these pests, providing an essential reference for researchers and students in plant nematology and pathology, parasitology, agriculture and agronomy.