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Fungal Pretreatment of Corn Stover Fractions for Ethanol Production
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-6511-13
pretreatment process of a single fraction, there was no direct relationship between levels of enzyme activity ... lignocellulosic biomass (ex. corn stover) has a high carbohydrate content, conversion of this material to ethanol ... crystalline structure of the cellulose, the chemical bonds formed between the hemicellulose and lignin, and ...
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Head Protection
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-7905
contact with electrical hazards is also possible. Consider the following scenarios and the potential risk ... user’s head. Hard Hat Types A hard hat should be selected to provide the best level of protection for the ... thick, high-density foam. Type II Hard Hat Electrical Classes of Hard Hats If protection is required ...
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The Benefits of a Healthy Diet for Children with ADHD
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/fcs-1003
ADHD may have low levels of nutrients such as magnesium, zinc, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are ... elevated levels of these nutrients. Omega-3 fatty acids There is good evidence that omega-3s are effective ... in improving the symptoms of ADHD. Foods that are naturally high in omega-3s include fish such as ...
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Biopesticide Controls of Plant Diseases: Resources and Products for Organic Farmers in Ohio
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/SAG-18
application of some biopesticides may require a high level of understanding and knowledge of the diseases and ... published in the Plant Disease Management Reports and Biological Control Tests Database between 2000 and ... and/or enhance their abilities to grow and market high-quality produce. Approved organic products for ...
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Growing Cauliflower in the Garden
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-1613
adequate if an equal amount of rainfall does not occur. Soil pH should be maintained between 6.0 and 6.8 ... lime are best applied using the results of a soil test as a guide. Contact your local OSU Extension ... office for information on soil testing. In the absence of a soil test, 2 to 3 pounds of 8-16-16 ...
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Predators of Poultry
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/vme-22
(i.e., layers). Commercial flocks are at risk from small predators and birds of prey when the building ... allowed to graze. Flocks are at the highest risk, especially during the night, if they are not provided ...
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Injury Prevention: Working in Cold Weather
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/AEX-981.14-11
windy conditions can be dangerous, even at temperatures above freezing. At an increased risk are farmers ... high blood pressure, or cardiovascular disease. When working in cold weather, precautions should be ... taken to minimize the risk of injuries like frostbite or hypothermia. Clothing should be your first ...
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Using Soil to Remove Pollutants From Wastewater
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-745
neighbors have been sickened with waterborne diseases from contaminated wells. Soil is the best medium to ... good contact between soil and effluent, and some are not permeable enough to allow for the movement of ... environment. Ohio has wonderfully diverse soil resources. Most of Ohio’s soils are best suited for growing food ...
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Aging: A Natural and Beneficial Part of Life
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5809
a highly individualized experience and age-related changes occur at different rates for different people. ... The functional status between individuals of the same chronological age can be surprisingly different. ... can even lead to serious health consequences. Examples include a greater risk of developing ...
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Fiber Fills You Up, Fills your Wallet, and Fuels Your Health
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5583
stools, can help lower cholesterol, and slows down the absorption of sugar. High fiber diets are thought ... health problems such as diabetes or hypertension. High fiber meals have fewer calories, are affordable, ... a gel-like substance that binds to fats which helps lower blood cholesterol levels. Soluble fiber also slows ...