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Coral Tower Wonders, Yves Earhart
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Yves Earhart

Coral Tower Wonders

“Coral Tower Wonders” presents a fascinating exploration of coral reef ecosystems, revealing how these remarkable underwater architects create massive living structures that shape marine biodiversity. The book masterfully explains how tiny coral polyps, through their symbiotic relationship with zooxanthellae algae, construct elaborate calcium carbonate formations that can span kilometers and reach heights exceeding thirty meters.

This intricate partnership enables coral survival in nutrient-poor tropical waters, forming the foundation for one of Earth's most diverse ecosystems. The text progresses systematically through three main sections: formation processes, ecosystem dynamics, and environmental adaptations. Drawing from extensive research across the Indo-Pacific and Caribbean regions, it combines traditional marine biology with cutting-edge studies in coral genetics and microbiome research.

Readers discover how these living towers support an incredible web of marine life, from microscopic organisms to large predatory fish, while learning about crucial conservation challenges and successful preservation strategies. What sets this book apart is its comprehensive integration of multiple scientific disciplines, including marine biology, chemistry, physics, and climate science.

Through detailed diagrams, microscopy images, and data visualizations, complex biological processes become accessible to both general readers and specialists. The book serves as both an academic resource and a practical guide for conservation planning, making it invaluable for marine biology students, environmental scientists, and anyone passionate about understanding and protecting these vital marine ecosystems.
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75 afgedrukte pagina’s
Oorspronkelijke uitgave
2025
Jaar van uitgave
2025
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