Description: Comparative Plant Succession among Terrestrial Biomes of the World (Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation)Karel Prach, Lawrence R. Walker Cambridge University Press Paperback Unused and unread, minor cosmetic imperfections such as scuffing or minor creasing. Stamped 'damaged' by publisher to a non-text page. EAN: 9781108460248 Published 14/05/2020 Language: English Despite a century of study by ecologists, recovery following disturbances (succession) is not fully understood. This book provides the first global synthesis that compares plant succession in all major terrestrial biomes and after all major terrestrial disturbances. It asks critical questions such as: Does succession follow general patterns across biomes and disturbance types? Do factors that control succession differ from biome to biome? If common drivers exist, what are they? Are they abiotic or biotic, or both? The authors provide insights on broad, generalizable patterns that go beyond site-specific studies, and present discussions on factors such as varying temporal dynamics, latitudinal differences, human-caused vs. natural disturbances, and the role of invasive alien species. This book is a must-read for researchers and students in ecology, plant ecology, restoration ecology and conservation biology. It also provides a valuable framework to aid land managers attempting to manipulate successional recovery following increasingly intense and widespread human-made disturbances. Part I. Plant Succession and Biomes 1. Introduction 2. Humans and succession 3. Terrestrial biomes Part II. Succession by Disturbance Type 4. Comparative approach 5. Volcanoes 6. Glaciers 7. Cyclones 8. Dunes 9. Landslides 10. Floods 11. Fire 12. Clearcuts 13. Plowed fields 14. Mines 15. Other disturbances Part III. Synthesis 16. Synthesis 17. Conclusions and future research challenges. DispatchIn stock here - same-day dispatch from England. My SKU: 3269789RefundsNo-hassle refunds are always available if your book is not as expected.Terms and Conditions of SaleSorry - no collections. All sales are subject to extended Terms and Conditions of Sale as well as the Return Policy and Payment Instructions. Visit my eBay Store for details andmany more books. Template layout and design, "JNC Academic Books", "needbooks", Copyright © JNC INC. Designated trademarks, layouts and brands are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.
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Title: Comparative Plant Succession among Terrestrial Biomes of the Worl
ISBN: 1108460240
Pages: 412
Number of Pages: 412 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Comparative Plant Succession Among Terrestrial Biomes of the World
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Year: 2020
Subject: Geography & Geosciences, Geology, Biology, Management
Item Height: 228 mm
Item Weight: 730 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Karel Prach, Lawrence R. Walker
Series: Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation
Item Width: 153 mm
Format: Paperback
