Arid Ecosystems
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Arid Ecosystems
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Author : Hans-Peter Blume
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
Arid Ecosystems written by Hans-Peter Blume and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Science categories.
Management Of Semi Arid Ecosystems
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Author : B.H. Walker
language : en
Publisher: Elsevier
Release Date : 2012-12-02
Management Of Semi Arid Ecosystems written by B.H. Walker and has been published by Elsevier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-02 with Business & Economics categories.
Extensive regions of the world have a climate which, whilst permitting development of a continuous vegetative cover, is too dry for successful annual cropping. These are the semi-arid areas where land use is based on the natural vegetation. Easily degraded and difficult to maintain, they are under increasing pressure as expanding human populations move in and endeavour to force a living from them. As a result they contain some of the worst examples of resource degradation.This book examines the problems and opportunities involved in man's use of semi-arid areas. The authors are all actively involved in research and land management in the areas discussed. Each chapter begins with a detailed, up-to-date account of the ecology of the region (its climate, soils, vegetation, fauna and main ecological characteristics). This is followed by a history of land use, problems involved in its management, a review of current research and recommended land use practices. The common features of semi-arid ecosystems are brought together in a final section.
Arid Ecosystems
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Author : Hans-Peter Blume
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
Arid Ecosystems written by Hans-Peter Blume and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with categories.
Ecology Of Desert Systems
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Author : Walter G. Whitford
language : en
Publisher: Academic Press
Release Date : 2019-08-20
Ecology Of Desert Systems written by Walter G. Whitford and has been published by Academic Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-20 with Science categories.
Nearly one-third of the land area on our planet is classified as arid or desert. Therefore, an understanding of the dynamics of such arid ecosystems is essential to managing those systems in a way that sustains human populations. This second edition of Ecology of Desert Systems provides a clear, extensive guide to the complex interactions involved in these areas. This book details the relationships between abiotic and biotic environments of desert ecosystems, demonstrating to readers how these interactions drive ecological processes. These include plant growth and animal reproductive success, the spatial and temporal distribution of vegetation and animals, and the influence of invasive species and anthropogenic climate change specific to arid systems. Drawing on the extensive experience of its expert authors, Ecology of Desert Systems is an essential guide to arid ecosystems for students looking for an overview of the field, researchers keen to learn how their work fits in to the overall picture, and those involved with environmental management of desert areas. - Highlights the complexity of global desert systems in a clear, concise way - Reviews the most current issues facing researchers in the field, including the spread of invasive species due to globalized trade, the impact of industrial mining, and climate change - Updated and extended to include information on invasive species management, industrial mining impacts, and the current and future role of climate change in desert systems
Arid Land Ecosystems Volume 2 Structure Functioning And Management
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Author : D. W. Goodall
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2009-03-19
Arid Land Ecosystems Volume 2 Structure Functioning And Management written by D. W. Goodall and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-03-19 with Nature categories.
This volume was first published in 1981. The history of man's use of arid lands is a sad record of deterioration of the natural resource base and of low and declining living standards for the 300 million people who live in them. One prerequisite to meeting the challenge of reversing the deterioration and of raising living standards is a sound knowledge of the natural ecosystems.
Arid Land Ecosystems Volume 1
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Author : R. A. Perry
language : en
Publisher: CUP Archive
Release Date : 1979-03-08
Arid Land Ecosystems Volume 1 written by R. A. Perry and has been published by CUP Archive this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979-03-08 with Nature categories.
This comprehensive account of arid-land ecosystems will be of importance to university teachers and professional ecologists throughout the world.
Management Of Problem Soils In Arid Ecosystems
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Author : A. Monem Balba
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 1995-07-14
Management Of Problem Soils In Arid Ecosystems written by A. Monem Balba and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995-07-14 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Management of Problem Soils in Arid Ecosystems examines the challenges of managing soils in arid and semiarid regions. These soils contain low organic matter, are not leached, and accumulate lime, gypsum, and/or soluble salts, requiring special management and practices. This book discusses how to identify problems, reclaim the soils, and then use them efficiently and economically. Water management and desertification in these areas are also discussed. It contains extensive references as well as 40 tables and illustrations.
Ecosystems And Nature
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Author : R. Kerry Turner
language : en
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Release Date : 1999
Ecosystems And Nature written by R. Kerry Turner and has been published by Edward Elgar Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Business & Economics categories.
Ecosystems and Nature brings together the work of leading authorities in biodiversity research. It provides readers with a broad interdisciplinary perspective on the major issues in biodiversity, including economics, natural science, management and ethics. The collection is divided into four main sections: part I introduces some fundamental scientific and socio-economic concepts and analysis in order to illustrate the complexities involved in the human-ecosystems interface; part II deals with the valuation of ecosystems with special emphasis on the main biomes, faults, wetlands, marine systems, grasslands and agriculture; part III covers the problem of value appropriation and the relevant constraints and available policy instruments; the final section focuses on the difficult ethical issues that surround utilization and conservation of biodiversity.
Regeneration Of Plants In Arid Ecosystems Resulting From Patch Disturbance
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Author : Yitzchak Gutterman
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2001-03-31
Regeneration Of Plants In Arid Ecosystems Resulting From Patch Disturbance written by Yitzchak Gutterman and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-03-31 with Nature categories.
The main subject of this book is the interaction between diggings created by porcupines when consuming geophytes, and their influences on annual and perennial vegetation in a desert biome. The accumulation of run-off water in diggings and depressions made by animals increases the carrying capacity of these microhabitats in the desert biome. The accumulation of run-off water does not only benefit the natural vegetation; a system of human-made depressions can be evolved to increase the catchment of the run-off water that is typical to many desert habitats, and can lead to run-off agriculture in such areas. This book will be of interest to anyone working in the fields of development of deserts from the ecological point of view, water resources, soil protection and erosion, plant ecophysiology and settlement, and agronomy. It will be helpful to students, researchers, teachers, and anyone interested in any of these areas.
The Effects Of Weapons On Ecosystems
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Author : Julian Perry Robinson
language : en
Publisher: Pergamon
Release Date : 1979
The Effects Of Weapons On Ecosystems written by Julian Perry Robinson and has been published by Pergamon this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979 with Business & Economics categories.
Background and approach. Weapons. Ecosystems. Possible impacts of weapons on ecosystems.