Ecology of Estuaries: Anthropogenic Effects

Ecology of Estuaries: Anthropogenic Effects
ISBN-10
1000714810
ISBN-13
9781000714814
Series
Ecology of Estuaries
Category
Science
Pages
512
Language
English
Published
2019-11-11
Publisher
CRC Press
Author
Michael J. Kennish

Description

Ecology of Estuaries represents the most definitive and comprehensive source of reference information available on the human impact on estuarine ecosystems. The volume discusses both acute and insidious pollution problems plaguing these coastal ecotones. It also provides a detailed examination of the deleterious and pervasive effects of human activities on biotic communities and sensitive habitat areas in estuaries. Specific areas covered include organic loading, oil pollution, polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, chlorinated hydrocarbons, heavy metals, dredging and dredged-spoil disposal, radionuclides, as well as other contaminants and processes. The diverse components of these anthropogenic influences are assembled in an organized framework and presented in a clear and concise style that facilitates their understanding.

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