Ecology of Desert Systems (Paperback, 2nd edition)

Nearly one-third of the land area on our planet is classified as arid or desert. Therefore, an understanding of the dynamics of such arid ecosystems is essential to managing those systems in a way that sustains human populations. This second edition of Ecology of Desert Systems provides a clear, extensive guide to the complex interactions involved in these areas. This book details the relationships between abiotic and biotic environments of desert ecosystems, demonstrating to readers how these interactions drive ecological processes. These include plant growth and animal reproductive success, the spatial and temporal distribution of vegetation and animals, and the influence of invasive species and anthropogenic climate change specific to arid systems. Drawing on the extensive experience of its expert authors, Ecology of Desert Systems is an essential guide to arid ecosystems for students looking for an overview of the field, researchers keen to learn how their work fits in to the overall picture, and those involved with environmental management of desert areas.

General

Imprint:	Academic Press Inc
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	August 2019
First published:	2020
Authors:	Walter G. Whitford • Benjamin D. Duval
Dimensions:	235 x 191 x 32mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	473
Edition:	2nd edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-12-815055-9
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > Ecological science, the Biosphere Books > Earth & environment > Geography > Physical geography > Arid zones, deserts Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Applied ecology > General
LSN:	0-12-815055-6
Barcode:	9780128150559

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