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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... Deep sea FIGURE 16.20 Surface waters are rich in oxygen , because oxygen both enters from the atmosphere and is released by photosynthesis . In the mesopelagic zone neither the atmosphere nor photosynthesis can contribute oxygen to the ...
... Deep sea FIGURE 16.20 Surface waters are rich in oxygen , because oxygen both enters from the atmosphere and is released by photosynthesis . In the mesopelagic zone neither the atmosphere nor photosynthesis can contribute oxygen to the ...
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... Deep - sea ( Gonostoma bathyphilum ) Gill filaments Brain Gill filaments Brain FIGURE 16.22 Comparison of typical adaptations in mesopelagic and deep - sea fishes . Shown are closely related bristlemouths from the mesopelagic ...
... Deep - sea ( Gonostoma bathyphilum ) Gill filaments Brain Gill filaments Brain FIGURE 16.22 Comparison of typical adaptations in mesopelagic and deep - sea fishes . Shown are closely related bristlemouths from the mesopelagic ...
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... deep - sea organisms . The ab- sence of a functional swim bladder in most deep - sea fishes , for example , is probably due to the high energetic cost of filling the bladder with gas under extreme pressure . Along with the availability ...
... deep - sea organisms . The ab- sence of a functional swim bladder in most deep - sea fishes , for example , is probably due to the high energetic cost of filling the bladder with gas under extreme pressure . Along with the availability ...
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The Science of Marine Biology | 3 |
Multicellular Primary | 6 |
The Scientific Method | 12 |
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