An Introduction to Marine Science [Paperback]

The Sea as an Environment.- Oceanic Circulation and Water Movement.- Physics and Chemistry of the Oceans.- The Pelagic Environment.- Ocean Bed Formation.- The Benthic Environment.- The Intertidal Zone.- Estuaries and Salt Marshes.- Fisheries and Farming.- Tropical Inshore Environments.- Mans Use of the Oceans.Despite the rapid growth of marine science in the past decade, this new edition not only covers recent developments but also improves on its precursor in terms of structure and overall balance...it provides a concise survey of the field - Ocean ChallengeSpringer Book Archives