Marine BiologyMarine Biology covers the basics of marine biology with a global approach using examples from numerous regions and ecosystems worldwide. This introductory, one-semester text is designed for non-majors. Authors Castro and Huber have made a special effort to include solid basic science content needed in a general education course, including the fundamental principles of biology, the physical sciences, and the scientific method. This science coverage is integrated with a stimulating, up-to-date overview of marine biology. |
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... Salt - Marsh Plants The cordgrasses ( species of Spartina ; see Fig . 12.7 ) are true members of the grass family . They are not really marine species , but rather land plants tolerant of salt . Un- like seagrasses , which are true ...
... Salt - Marsh Plants The cordgrasses ( species of Spartina ; see Fig . 12.7 ) are true members of the grass family . They are not really marine species , but rather land plants tolerant of salt . Un- like seagrasses , which are true ...
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... salt marshes on both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of North America and other temperate shores around the world . FIGURE 12.8 salt marshes around the world . Organisms in estuaries have adapted to salinity fluctuations in various ways ...
... salt marshes on both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of North America and other temperate shores around the world . FIGURE 12.8 salt marshes around the world . Organisms in estuaries have adapted to salinity fluctuations in various ways ...
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... salt marshes . Like rocky shore mussels , it closes its valves at low tide to prevent dessication and opens them at high tide to feed . The world distribution of salt marshes and mangrove forests . marsh plants . Crabs are conspicuous ...
... salt marshes . Like rocky shore mussels , it closes its valves at low tide to prevent dessication and opens them at high tide to feed . The world distribution of salt marshes and mangrove forests . marsh plants . Crabs are conspicuous ...
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The Science of Marine Biology | 3 |
Multicellular Primary | 6 |
The Scientific Method | 12 |
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