TY - BOOK AU - Stefan Jenkins TI - Marine biology: biodiversity and ecology SN - 978-1682868188 U1 - REF 578.77 J41 PY - 2019/// CY - New York PB - Syrawood Publishing House KW - Marine biodiversity KW - Marine ecology marine biology KW - Marine biology N2 - The scientific study of marine organisms and marine life in marine habitats is approached from the domain of marine biology. Marine habitats include the sea, coral reefs, seagrass meadows, kelp forests, thermal vents, etc. Marine organisms range in size from microscopic zooplankton and phytoplankton to massive cetaceans. In diversity, these organisms occupy all niches of organization, such as plants and algae, fungi, vertebrates and invertebrates. Some of the sub-disciplines of marine biology are ichthyology, phycology and invertebrate zoology. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of marine biology. The topics included herein are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge ER -