Dynamics of Leaf Photosynthesis

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This work details a novel approach to dynamic, as opposed to steady-state, analysis of leaf photosynthesis by integrating fast responses to CO2:O2 exchange with optical techniques for fluorescence, light scattering and absorbance measurements. The authors outline state-of-the-art approaches to the next generation of photosynthetic research. This book should serve as a guide to contemporary techniques which are suited to the "beginning researcher", the graduate student or post-doctoral fellow, as well as the established researcher who might wish to enter a new field.

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"This book is a brilliant presentation on methodology of whole plant analysis of photosynthesis combining optical signals to measure photochemistry and CO2 and O2 exchange to measure assimilatory processes.

The authors' solid grounding in physics and mathematics, and long research experience in photosynthesis, result in an exceptional product. It is of value to everyone from experienced specialists, to students and teachers of photosynthesis. This work not only brings together a thorough description of the methodological details, but it presents a unique system of analysis of gas exchange and optical signals which will accelerate future applications of these techniques."--Professor Gerry Edwards, Washington State University

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A. Laisk