Fundamentals of Aquatic Ecology, 2nd Edition

by Editor: R. S. K. Barnes (University of Cambridge); Editor: K . H. Mann (Bedford Institute of Oceanography)

• ISBN13: 9781444314106
• ISBN10: 1444314106
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-07-01
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

Fundamentals of Aquatic Ecology is a completely updated and revised edition of the earlier work, Fundamentals of Aquatic Ecosystems. The new edition has been re-titled to reflect the fact that the authors found that, from the modification exercise, a completely different and new book emerged. The new edition concentrates heavily of the fundamental features common to all aquatic systems, both marine and freshwater. This unique synthesis allows for the discussion of ecological processes comparatively, across environments. A general introduction is followed by discussion of various 'types' of aquatic ecosystems - open waters, coastal zones, benthos, and the aquatic ecosystem as a whole. This is followed by an important new chapter on aquatic ecosystems and global ecology. Later chapters consider the individuals and communities in aquatic ecosystems. A totally re-written and rejuvenated edition of an established student text. Synthesizes both marine and freshwater ecology. Covers both ecosystem ecology and population biology. In depth consideration of man's impact on the aquatic environment.

Table of Contents

Contributors

Preface

Introduction

Organisms and Ecosystems

Aquatic Ecosystems

Ecology of Water columns

Ecology of Coastal Ecosystems

Ecology of Deep-Water Zones

Lakes and Oceans as Functional Who9les

Aquatic Ecosystems and Global Ecology

Aquatic Individuals and Communities

Community Organization in Marine and Freshwater Environments

Reproduction, Life Histories and Dispersal

Speciation and Biogeography

Specialist Aquatic Feeding Mechanism

Habitat Types Peculiar to Aquatic Systems

Reefs

Streams and Rivers: One-Way Flow Systems

Human Effects

Impacts of Man's Activities on Aquatic Systems

Index

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