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Freshwater Aquatic Biomes
Richard A. Roth
Book Code: GR4000
ISBN: 0-313-34000-5
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-34000-0
264 pages, figures; photos; tables
Greenwood Press
Publication: 11/30/2008
List Price: $65.00 (UK Sterling Price: £37.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Trim Size: 7 x 10
Subjects:
Description: World: series covers the freshwater biomes that exist in wetlands, ponds and lakes, and rivers and streams, examining all aspects that define these biomes:
  • Vegetation
  • Geographical Distribution
  • Challenges posed by the environment
  • Adaptation of the plants and animals to the environment
  • Conservation efforts Maps, photos, diagrams, drawings, and tables accompany the text, as do sidebars that highlight habitats, species, and ecological relationships. The volume includes a bibliography of accessible resources for further research.
    • Table of Contents:
    • Preface
    • How to use this book
    • The use of scientific names
    • Chapter 1. Introduction to Freshwater Aquatic Biomes
    • Chapter 2. Rivers
    • Chapter 3. Wetlands
    • Chapter 4. Lakes
    • Glossary
    • Bibliography
    • Index
    LC Card Number: 2008027511
    LCC Class: QH541
    Dewey Class: 577
    PDF Catalogs:
    Greenwood School and Public Library Reference Spring 2008.pdf
    Greenwood Spring Reference 2008.pdf
    Greenwood Science and Health 2008.pdf
    PDF Brochures:
    Biomes Brochure.pdf
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