The History and Sedimentology of Ancient Reef Systems (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2001)

From the Preface: The chapters of this book contain contributions from an international group of specialists. They address some important themes in both modern and ancient reef systems. Some chapters contain 'snapshots' of reefs of particular intervals, while others touch on relevant themes of both modern and ancient reefs - themes that weave their way through reefs of all ages. This book opens and sets the stage with an introduction to both modern and ancient reefs and reef ecosystems. This chapter is also intended as a basic introduction for students, general geologists, and professionals or others who may be unfamiliar with reefs and reef ecosystems. The chapter addresses the living coral reef ecosystem, stressing among other relevant factors, the importance of ecological and physical interactions between the organisms and their environment. The chapter also addresses mass extinction and provides a general overview of the history of reefs.

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag New York
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Topics in Geobiology, 17
Release date:	December 2012
First published:	2001
Editors:	George D. Stanley Jr
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	458
Edition:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2001
ISBN-13:	978-1-4613-5446-8
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > Ecological science, the Biosphere Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > Evolution Books > Earth & environment > Earth sciences > Geology & the lithosphere > Soil science, sedimentology Books > Earth & environment > Earth sciences > Palaeontology > General Promotions
LSN:	1-4613-5446-3
Barcode:	9781461354468

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