Seagrass EcologyCambridge University Press, 19.10.2000 - 298 sivua Seagrasses occur in coastal zones throughout the world in the areas of marine habitats that are most heavily influenced by humans. Despite a growing awareness of the importance of these plants, a full appreciation of their role in coastal ecosystems has yet to be reached. This book provides an entry point for those wishing to learn about seagrass ecology and provides a broad overview of the present state of knowledge. The volume discusses the recent progress in research and current research foci, complemented by extensive literature references to guide the reader to more detailed studies. This book will be valuable to students of marine biology wishing to specialize in this area and to established researchers wanting to enter the field. In addition, it will provide an excellent reference for those involved in the management and conservation of coastal areas that harbor seagrasses. |
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1 Taxonomy and distribution | 1 |
2 Seagrass architectural features | 27 |
3 Population and community dynamics | 65 |
4 Light carbon and nutrients | 99 |
5 Elemental dynamics in seagrass systems | 146 |
6 Fauna associated with seagrass systems | 199 |
7 Seagrasses in the human environment | 248 |
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