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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... species . The out- breaks can have dramatic effects on the rest of the community . This photo also shows a few ... species , but with members of other species . Competition between species is known as interspecific competition . When two ...
... species . The out- breaks can have dramatic effects on the rest of the community . This photo also shows a few ... species , but with members of other species . Competition between species is known as interspecific competition . When two ...
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... species to coexist when they might otherwise exclude each other , but it does have its price . By specializing , each species gives up some of the resource . The fish that specializes on just one kind of seaweed , for example , will ...
... species to coexist when they might otherwise exclude each other , but it does have its price . By specializing , each species gives up some of the resource . The fish that specializes on just one kind of seaweed , for example , will ...
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... species of fishes are poorly understood . FIGURE 14.30 The chevron butterflyfish ( Chaetodon trifascialis ) is. Like soft corals , sponges often have needle - like structures , spicules , and nasty chemicals that protect them from ...
... species of fishes are poorly understood . FIGURE 14.30 The chevron butterflyfish ( Chaetodon trifascialis ) is. Like soft corals , sponges often have needle - like structures , spicules , and nasty chemicals that protect them from ...
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The Sea Floor | 19 |
The Geological Provinces of the Ocean | 33 |
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