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Blackwell's Concise Encyclopedia of Ecology

by Peter P. Calow (Editor), Peter Calow
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Overview

The language of ecology has grown rapidly and changed extensively over the last decade. From Arrhenotoky to Psammosere; from the One-tailed test to Zoocoenosis, the Blackwell Concise Encyclopedia of Ecology provides concise, non-technical definitions of over 2000 ecological terms, covering the complete spectrum of pure and applied ecological research. The definitions are drawn from the Encyclopedia of Ecology and Environmental Management, and are fully cross-referenced. This is the most comprehensive and up-to-date dictionary of ecological terms available. It should be invaluable to students and researchers alike.
  • Over 2000 terms defined
  • Avoids technical jargon
  • Fully cross-referenced
  • Includes common abbreviations

Synopsis

The language of ecology has grown rapidly and changed extensively over the last decade. From Arrhenotoky to Psammosere; from the One-tailed test to Zoocoenosis, the Blackwell Concise Encyclopedia of Ecology provides concise, non-technical definitions of over 2000 ecological terms, covering the complete spectrum of pure and applied ecological research. The definitions are drawn from the Encyclopedia of Ecology and Environmental Management, and are fully cross referenced. This is the most comprehensive and up-to-date dictionary of ecological terms available. It should be invaluable to students and researchers alike.

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"This is a very useful book which will definitely find its way to the shelves of libraries, researchers and students." Folia Geobotanica, volume 37, 2002

Book Details

Published
January 1, 1999
Publisher
Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
Pages
168
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780632048724

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