Ecology & Field Biology

Résumé du livre

This book, intended for an undergraduate introduction to ecology course, presents a comprehensive overview of all aspects of ecology, including evolution, ecosystems theory, practical applications, plants, animals, biogeochemical cycles, and global change. This balanced approach has made Smith, Ecology and Field Biology the best-selling ecology book on the market. The Student package includes a free Evolution Lab from our BiologyLabs Online series, and a free subscription to the Biology Place. *NEW! A new chapter (32) discusses global environmental change, human impacts on the global carbon cycle, and the possible implications for the global climate system. *NEW! Six Ecological Application Essays demonstrate to students the real world relevance of ecological concepts. *NEW! Reflecting current changes in the field of ecology, the new edition incorporates more discussion of the evolutionary perspective on ecological systems. *NEW! The Sixth Edition will be more compartmentalized, allowing for greater flexibility in teaching the material. *NEW! A complete supplements package: The text-specific Companion Web site, the Instructors Presentation Art CD-ROM, a six-month subscription to t