Abstract
Burgess (1956) suggested that microorganisms cause changes in the physical properties of asphalt rendering bituminous highways more susceptible to damage from weathering and traffic. His experiments were conducted using mixed natural populations and no attempt was made to study the actual bacteria responsible. Since Sohgen (1913), Bushnell and Haas (1941) and others have reported certain groups of hydrocarbonoxidizing bacteria widely distributed in nature, it seemed desirable to investigate the presence of these microorganisms in Kansas soils in contact with asphalt roads. Information as to the distribution and physiological activities of hydrocarbon-utilizing bacteria would be useful in attempting to ascertain the role of bacteria in asphalt highway failure.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: Transactions of the Kansas Academy of Science (1903-)
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
