The Diatoms
Editorial Reviews
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'... an invaluable resource for anyone with an interest in diatoms, particularly students, who will appreciate its thorough reviews and wealth of literature citations. Its synthesis of techniques, ideas, and viewpoints move diatom science strongly into the twenty-first century.' Evelyn E. Gaiser, Limnology and Oceanography
'This book constitutes a well-organized and comprehensive review on the use of diatoms in environmental and earth sciences in recent decades, and is a well-referenced resource. It covers modern statistical methods with clear examples that will help ... investigators. The book is an essential resource for all students and investigators who have interest in diatoms and the environmental sciences, both for modern studies and for historical applications.' Journal of Paleolimnology
'I can recommend the book for all advanced students in biology and scientists involved in environmental research.' Christian Wilhelm, Journal of Plant Physiology
Book Description
Diatoms are microscopic algae which are found in virtually every habitat where water is present. This volume is an up-to-date summary of the expanding field of their uses in environmental and earth sciences. Their abundance and wide distribution, and their well-preserved glass-like walls make them ideal tools for a wide range of applications as both fossils and living organisms. Examples of their wide range of applications include environmental indicators, oil exploration, and forensic examination. The major emphasis is on their use in analyzing ecological problems such as climate change, acidification, and eutrophication. The contributors to the volume are leading researchers in their fields and are brought together for the first time to give a timely synopsis of a dynamic and important area. This book should be read by environmental scientists, phycologists, limnologists, ecologists and palaeoecologists, oceanographers, archaeologists and forensic scientists.
The Diatoms
The Diatoms,E. F. Stoermer,John P. Smol,Cambridge University Press,0521004128,Environmental Science,Life Sciences - Biology - General,Life Sciences - Botany,Science,Science/Mathematics,Diatoms,Phycology, algae & lichens,Science / Botany
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