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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Answers to practical questions about plant growth are sought with
increasing urgency. Climate change is affecting the stability of
vegetation, the yield of many important crops, and there is a
continual need for ever more productive varieties to feed a growing
global population. Answering questions posed by these problems
requires a more integrated understanding of how plants function in
producing growth. This book shows how this understanding can be
achieved. First and foremost, plant growth must be defined as a
dynamic system with developmental, morphological, and physiological
processes responding to fluctuations in the environment due to
weather, changes in the architecture of the plant as it grows, and
the effects of plants on their environment: connecting these
processes in a complete system is the essential integration. Part I
shows, for contrasting plant types, that developmental,
morphological, and physiological processes must all be considered
to explain differences in growth and survival; Part II defines the
types of control processes occurring in plants and their different
functions; Part III illustrates the importance of plant morphology
in controlling growth; Part IV how, and to what extent, the effects
of environmental factors are controlled by plant processes
particularly as plants grow in size. A final chapter defines how a
theory for growth of a particular plant must be based on its
characteristics as a dynamic system.
This Very Short Introduction provides both the believer and
non-believer with a balanced survey of the central questions of
theology. David Ford's approach draws us in to considering the
principles underlying religious belief, including the centrality of
salvation to most major religions, the concept of God in ancient,
modern, and postmodern contexts, the challenge posed to theology by
prayer and worship, and the issue of sin and evil. He also probes
the nature of experience, knowledge, and wisdom in theology, and
discusses what is involved in interpreting theological texts. In
this new edition, Ford considers the contemporary relevance of
theology, including the effect of globalization and digitized
communication, examines the theological responses to change and
development in science, considers the impact of increased
engagement between Islam and the West, and looks at the development
and importance of theology between the different faiths. ABOUT THE
SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University
Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area.
These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new
subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis,
perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and
challenging topics highly readable.
What good is a rattlesnake? What purpose do animals serve? All
species play a vital role in their biological communities, and the
removal of just one can have a noticeable and catastrophic ripple
effect. Yet social and political pressures frequently pit species
conservation against economic progress and prosperity, and
scientists fear that we may be in the midst of a mass extinction
event. Brian R. Chapman and William I. Lutterschmidt make the case
that the effort to preserve animals is the responsibility of every
Texan and that biodiversity contributes enormous economic value to
the citizens of Texas. Texans on the Brink brings together experts
on eighty-eight endangered and threatened animal species of Texas
and includes brief descriptions of the processes that state and
federal agencies employ to list and protect designated species.
Species accounts include a description of the species accompanied
by a photograph, an easy-to-read account of the biology and ecology
of the species, and a description of efforts underway to preserve
the species and its required habitat. Sobering examples of species
that were once part of the Texas fauna but are now extinct or
extirpated are also given to further demonstrate just how
vulnerable biodiversity can be. All species require healthy
habitats, and every species-even a rattlesnake-provides important
services for the biotic communities in which they live. It is
imperative to learn as much as we can about these animals if we are
to preserve biodiversity successfully in Texas.
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