Edward A. Laws
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The Introduction Of Pollutants Into Aquatic Systems Is A Perturbation That Can Set Off A Complicated Series Of Biological And Chemical Reactions. Some
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Knowledge And Appreciation Of Basic Ecological Concepts Are Necessary To Understand And Anticipate The Nature Of Those Reactions. Let's Consider A Simple Example. Assume That An Industry Is Discharging Wastewater Into An Estuary. The Wastewater Contains Mercury, Which Is A Toxic Metal. The Mercury In The Water Reduces The Photosynthetic Rates Of Algae In The Vicinity Of The Discharge-- Provided By Publisher.
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Genres
Science & Technology
Tags
Animals
Science
Life Sciences
Biology
Earth Sciences
Environmental Science
Nature
Ecology
Marine Life
Reading Moods
Suspenseful & Thrilling
Adventurous & Action-Packed
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Publishing Info
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Limited
Month-Year
May, 2026
ISBN
ISBN-13: 9781394397228
ISBN-10: 1394397224
Language
English
No. of Pages
800
Format
Hardcover
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