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This textbook examines selected groups of marine organisms within a framework of basic biological pr...
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This textbook examines selected groups of marine organisms within a framework of basic biological principles and processes. With attention to taxonomic, evolutionary, ecological, behavioral, and physiological aspects of biological study, the book contains chapters on habitat, patterns of association, phytoplankton, marine plants, protozoans and invertebrates, marine vertebrates, estuaries, coastal seas, tropical and subtropical shallow seas, open oceans, the deep-sea floor, marine birds and mammals, and harvesting resources. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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