Rhodolith/Maërl Beds: A Global Perspective

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Earth Sciences, Geology, Geography
Cover of the book Rhodolith/Maërl Beds: A Global Perspective by , Springer International Publishing
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9783319293158
Publisher: Springer International Publishing Publication: October 7, 2016
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9783319293158
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Publication: October 7, 2016
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

Rhodolith beds are recognized internationally as a unique ecosystem, and they are the focus of this interdisciplinary book. These marine beds occur worldwide, from the tropics to the poles, ranging in depth from intertidal to deep subtidal habitats and they are also represented in extensive fossil deposits. In the light of international interest in rhodoliths and maerl concerning their role in coastal ecosystems and with respect to biodiversity, fisheries, and the production of sediment, this book provides the most comprehensive view possible. As readers will discover, rhodoliths/maerl are fundamental to a range of ecological processes, acting as ecosystem engineers including playing key roles in recruitment and providing nursery habitats. Rhodoliths/maerl have been used commercially in some parts of the world, and they are understood to be vulnerable to coastal modifications and human-induced change, and hence their status may serve as an indicator of ecosystem health. Rhodoliths/maerl contribute to global carbon budgets although the extent remains to be evaluated, as do the potential impacts of changing global climates and ocean acidification.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Rhodolith beds are recognized internationally as a unique ecosystem, and they are the focus of this interdisciplinary book. These marine beds occur worldwide, from the tropics to the poles, ranging in depth from intertidal to deep subtidal habitats and they are also represented in extensive fossil deposits. In the light of international interest in rhodoliths and maerl concerning their role in coastal ecosystems and with respect to biodiversity, fisheries, and the production of sediment, this book provides the most comprehensive view possible. As readers will discover, rhodoliths/maerl are fundamental to a range of ecological processes, acting as ecosystem engineers including playing key roles in recruitment and providing nursery habitats. Rhodoliths/maerl have been used commercially in some parts of the world, and they are understood to be vulnerable to coastal modifications and human-induced change, and hence their status may serve as an indicator of ecosystem health. Rhodoliths/maerl contribute to global carbon budgets although the extent remains to be evaluated, as do the potential impacts of changing global climates and ocean acidification.

More books from Springer International Publishing

Cover of the book Animal Parasites by
Cover of the book Popular Participation in Japanese Criminal Justice by
Cover of the book Big Data for the Greater Good by
Cover of the book Personalized Therapy for Multiple Myeloma by
Cover of the book Youth Studies in Transition: Culture, Generation and New Learning Processes by
Cover of the book Microbes and Other Shamanic Beings by
Cover of the book English Language Ideologies in Korea by
Cover of the book Materials Design and Applications by
Cover of the book Advocacy Coalitions and Democratizing Media Reforms in Latin America by
Cover of the book Clinical Trials in Latin America: Where Ethics and Business Clash by
Cover of the book The Dialogical Self Theory in Education by
Cover of the book Antenna Design Solutions for RFID Tags Based on Metamaterial-Inspired Resonators and Other Resonant Structures by
Cover of the book Software Engineering and Formal Methods by
Cover of the book Food Allergens by
Cover of the book Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population. Design for Everyday Life by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy