a derivative of Encyclopedia of ecology Jørgensen, Sven Erik 1934- editor Fath, Brian D. editor text bibliography Electronic books. ne 2010 monographic eng 1 online resource (xi, 462 p.) : ill. (some col.), maps (chiefly col.). Global Ecology focuses on the perception of the biosphere or the ecosphere as a unified cooperative system with numerous synergistic effects, which describe the distinctive properties of this sphere. This book is subdivided into five parts dealing with diverse aspects in global ecology. The first part of the book provides comprehensive description of the biosphere, including its unique characteristics and evolution. This part also describes various spheres in the biosphere, such as the hydrosphere, noosphere, and pedosphere as well as their composition. The next part focuses on the global cycles, including calcium, carbon, iron, microbial nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus, sulfur, and water cycles. In addition, global balances and flows are explained. Presented in the third part are the results of the global cycles and flows as well as the patterns of the climatic factors and marine currents. There is also a part discussing the climate interactions, climatic changes, and its effect on the living organisms. The book concludes by covering the application of stoichiometry in the biosphere and in ecosystems. The book offers a comprehensive view of global ecology and ecological stoichiometry, which will aid in the processes of global ecology. Provides an overview of the theory and application of global ecology International focus and range of ecosystems makes Global Ecology an indispensable resource to scientists Based on the bestselling Encyclopedia of Ecology Full-color figures and tables support the text and aid in understanding. PART A. Global Ecology, The Biosphere and its Evolution -- PART B. Global Cycles, Balances and Flows -- PART C. Global Patterns and Processes -- PART D. Climate Change -- PART E. Ecological Stoichiometry -- Index. editor-in-chief, Sven Erik Jørgensen ; associate editor-in-chief, Brian D. Fath. "Material in the text originally appeared in the Encyclopedia of ecology, edited by Sven Eric Jørgenson (Elsevier B.V. 2008)"--T.p. verso. Includes bibliographical references and index. Ecology Encyclopedias Biosphere Encyclopedias QH540.4 .G54 2010 577.03 Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier/Academic Press, c2010 (DLC) 2010010188 (OCoLC)515496283 9780444536273 (electronic bk.) 0444536272 (electronic bk.) https://login.ezproxy.pucpr.edu/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=344930 https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=344930 https://login.ezproxy.pucpr.edu/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=344930 https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=344930 N$T 101201 20220607130137.0 ocn688503489