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Accessible and authoritative, this dictionary covers all aspects of ecology, from plant and animal physiology and environmental conservation to geomorphology and oceanography. Fully revised and updated, it is essential for students of ecology and related disciplines, as well as professionals working within the field. The World's Most Trusted Reference Books. Over 6,000 copies-many of them new-including in-depth coverage of topics such as evolution, population, and community ecology. Clear and helpful illustrations throughout. More than 100 entry-level web links, as well as a web-linked appendix of related organizations. 'A fine compendium of unquestionable use ... Make sure you have an Allaby handy' Nature. Recommended web links for many entries updated via the Dictionary of Ecology companion website: www.oup.com/uk/reference/resources/ecology --Book Jacket. Estimates of population parameters -- Geologic time-scale -- SI units -- List of organizations. |