Marine Biology: A Functional Approach to the Oceans and their Organisms

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The textbook is designed to introduce the fundamentals of marine organisms and their ecological roles in the worlds oceans, and is organized by functional groups, emphasizing marine biodiversity rather than systematics or habitats. Each chapter has been written and peer-reviewed by renowned international experts, and includes updated information on relevant topics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 03 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

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We present you with an updated reference book aimed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students interested in Marine Biology.

The textbook is designed to introduce the fundamentals of marine organisms and their ecological roles in the world's oceans, and is organized by functional groups, emphasizing marine biodiversity rather than systematics or habitats.

Each chapter has been written and peer-reviewed by renowned international experts in their respective fields, and includes updated information on relevant topics, from the microbial loop and primary production in the oceans to marine megafauna and the impacts of projected climate change on marine life and ecosystems.

The book is an essential resource for students and researchers in marine biology, ecology, and environmental science, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the field.

We hope that this book will inspire and educate future generations of marine scientists and conservationists, and contribute to the protection and sustainable management of our oceans and marine ecosystems.

Weight: 889g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367024987