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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... nutrients are continually recycled between a coral Parrotfishes Snails FIGURE 14.25 A number of animals eat coral ... nutrients ( see " Patterns of Production , " p . 343 ) and therefore have very little phytoplankton or primary ...
... nutrients are continually recycled between a coral Parrotfishes Snails FIGURE 14.25 A number of animals eat coral ... nutrients ( see " Patterns of Production , " p . 343 ) and therefore have very little phytoplankton or primary ...
Page 347
... nutrients they contain are regenerated , surface waters are poor in nutri- ents , and phytoplankton growth is nutrient- limited . Deep waters are high in nutrients because of the rain of organic particles from the surface . The ...
... nutrients they contain are regenerated , surface waters are poor in nutri- ents , and phytoplankton growth is nutrient- limited . Deep waters are high in nutrients because of the rain of organic particles from the surface . The ...
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... nutrients to the surface is as- sisted by winter storms , which bring strong winds and large waves . Because of overturn and mixing during the winter , polar and temperate waters are highly productive ( Fig . 15.25 ) . Oceanic waters at ...
... nutrients to the surface is as- sisted by winter storms , which bring strong winds and large waves . Because of overturn and mixing during the winter , polar and temperate waters are highly productive ( Fig . 15.25 ) . Oceanic waters at ...
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The Science of Marine Biology | 3 |
Multicellular Primary | 6 |
The Scientific Method | 12 |
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