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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... predators to see the fish . Predation , which occurs when an animal eats another organism , affects the numbers of both predator and prey . The most successful individual pred- ators catch more food , and therefore tend to survive ...
... predators to see the fish . Predation , which occurs when an animal eats another organism , affects the numbers of both predator and prey . The most successful individual pred- ators catch more food , and therefore tend to survive ...
Page 336
... predator or prey , is especially important in the epipelagic . Sense Organs Predators and their prey play a continual game of hide - and - seek . The predator tries to find its prey and attack before the victim has a chance to react ...
... predator or prey , is especially important in the epipelagic . Sense Organs Predators and their prey play a continual game of hide - and - seek . The predator tries to find its prey and attack before the victim has a chance to react ...
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... predators . The top predators , of course , are also nekton . This scheme is greatly simplified , and each level contains a mini - web . Within the zooplank- ton , for example , are herbivores and several levels of carnivores , forming ...
... predators . The top predators , of course , are also nekton . This scheme is greatly simplified , and each level contains a mini - web . Within the zooplank- ton , for example , are herbivores and several levels of carnivores , forming ...
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The Science of Marine Biology | 3 |
Multicellular Primary | 6 |
The Scientific Method | 12 |
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