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Aquatic Physiosphere-Biosphere Dynamics and Modelling - A Reference for Studies of the Coupled System (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
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Aquatic Physiosphere-Biosphere Dynamics and Modelling - A Reference for Studies of the Coupled System (Paperback, 1st ed. 2021)
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This encyclopedia is a reference for aquatic physical, biological
and biogeochemical sciences, collecting and connecting a number of
topics, concepts and facts about aquatic systems and their
scientific investigation. The scope of the book comprises the
aquatic physiosphere-biosphere transition zone, an entity that
encompasses both inanimate matter and collectives (the
physiosphere) as well as living organisms and collectives (the
biosphere). This combined approach is meaningful because both
realms are intimately linked and because available methods of
investigation are often similar. Much can be gained from
considering both spheres at and across their interface jointly, and
while there is a strong focus on marine systems, most concepts
presented are also applicable to freshwater systems. This presented
snapshot of knowledge of the transition zone between the aquatic
physiosphere and biosphere is taken from a very specific angle: the
point of view of a modeler. Modeling is not only a state-of-the-art
mode of scientific investigation, but also requires the explicit
specification of all assumptions (helping to avoid fallacies), and
offers the advantage of being quantitative and allows for
theoretical "what if" scenarios. As in any reference work, equal
emphasis is given to fundamental facts, the definition of terms and
the explanation of concepts, in an attempt to establish a joint
language for physicists, biologists and biogeochemists. Although
originating from a modeler's approach to nature, the resulting
suite of compatible concepts may also be useful beyond modeling
purposes. Furthermore, the material is presented in a condensed,
straightforward way. Hence, the length of each entry is limited to
one (occasionally two) pages, thus offering a quick introductory
overview. This excludes lengthy derivations and very specialized
details. The book is geared towards researchers, teachers and
advanced students in the field of aquatic (marine and limnic)
sciences, in particular those interested or involved in
interdisciplinary work.
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