Lakes

Lakes
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 169
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ISBN-10 : 9780198766735
ISBN-13 : 0198766734
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Book Synopsis Lakes by : Warwick F. Vincent

Download or read book Lakes written by Warwick F. Vincent and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2018 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ranging from vast inland seas to hydro-reservoirs, lakes are unique, complex, ecosystems. Warwick Vincent introduces lake science, or limnology, and the importance of protecting and sustaining these vitally important living resources. He explains the impact of factors such as climate, seasons, salinity, and sedimentation on lake biodiversity.


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