Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coast changes
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Recent Research in Coastal Louisiana
Author: The Diatoms
Author: E. F. StoermerPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521004121
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Timely synopsis of applications in environment and industry using ubiquitous microscopic algae.
Selected Water Resources Abstracts
Author: The History of Water Quality in North Carolina Estuarine Waters as Documented in the Stratigraphic Record
Author: Sherri Rumer CooperPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Diatoms, Fossil
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Applications of Paleoenvironmental Techniques in Estuarine Studies
Author: Kaarina WeckströmPublisher: Springer
ISBN: 9402409904
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 696
Book Description
The aim of this edited volume is to introduce the scientific community to paleoenvironmental studies of estuaries, to highlight the types of information that can be obtained from such studies, and to promote the use of paleoenvironmental studies in estuarine management. Readers will learn about the the application of different paleoecological approaches used in estuaries that develop our understanding of their response to natural and human influences. Particular attention is given to the essential steps required for undertaking a paleoecological study, in particular with regard to site selection, core extraction and chronological techniques, followed by the range of indicators that can be used. A series of case studies are discussed in the book to demonstrate how paleoecological studies can be used to address key questions, and to sustainably manage these important coastal environments in the future. This book will appeal to professional scientists interested in estuarine studies and/or paleoenvironmental research, as well as estuarine managers who are interested in the incorporation of paleoenvironmental research into their management programs.
Wetland Indicators
Author: Ralph W. TinerPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1439853703
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 631
Book Description
Understand the current concept of wetland and methods for identifying, describing, classifying, and delineating wetlands in the United States with Wetland Indicators - capturing the current state of science's role in wetland recognition and mapping. Environmental scientists and others involved with wetland regulations can strengthen their knowledge about wetlands, and the use of various indicators, to support their decisions on difficult wetland determinations. Professor Tiner primarily focuses on plants, soils, and other signs of wetland hydrology in the soil, or on the surface of wetlands in his discussion of Wetland Indicators. Practicing - and aspiring - wetland delineators alike will appreciate Wetland Indicators' critical insight into the development and significance of hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soils, and other factors. Features Color images throughout illustrate wetland indicators. Incorporates analysis and coverage of the latest Army Corps of Engineers delineation manual. Provides over 60 tables, including extensive tables of U.S. wetland plant communities and examples for determining hydrophytic vegetation.
Marine Research
Author: Journal of Coastal Research
Author: Response of Upper Gulf Coast Estuaries to Holocene Climate Change and Sea-level Rise
Author: John B. AndersonPublisher: Geological Society of America
ISBN: 0813724430
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
One of the main impacts of global warming is accelerated sea-level rise: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predictions suggest that the rate of rise could reach as high as 5'10 mm/yr by the end of this century. While it is generally recognized that accelerated sea-level rise will severely impact low-gradient coastlines, scientists are still ill prepared to predict coastal response. A study of seven Gulf Coast estuaries (Mobile Bay and Mississippi Sound, Weeks Bay, Calcasieu Lake, Sabine Lake, Galveston Bay, Matagorda Bay, and Corpus Christi Bay) was aimed at examining their response to past changes in the rate of sea-level rise and climate. The rates of change are of the same magnitude as those predicted for this century. The estuarine response to change has been one of abrupt landward retreat and major reorganization of estuarine environments at decadal time scales. This book should be of interest to scientists and policy makers concerned with future impacts of global warming.
Marine Research, 1973
Author: United States. National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Marine biology
Languages : en
Pages : 1200
Book Description