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Tundra (Biomes of the Earth)

By Richard Garratt , Peter D. Moore

Book information

Publisher
Chelsea House Publications
Year
2006
ISBN
9780816053254, 0816053251
LCC
QH541.5.T8 M66 2006
Open Library ID
OL3419199M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
23 MB (24037328 bytes)
Series
Biomes of the Earth
Pages
241\241
Topic
Geology
Library
duansci.com
Time added
2010-05-12 16:22:54

Description

The geography and geology of tundra habitats have many physical and climatic constraints. Yet while biodiversity is low, ecosystems still exist in this environment. Much of the megafauna that we are familiar with - such as wooly mammoths and giant elk - inhabited tundra environments, and much of what we know of early human activity took place in this harsh ecosystem. "Tundra" presents a thorough overview of the tundra habitat - past, present, and future. Unique qualities of life, such as slow-growing dwarf trees and animals exhibiting large bodies and small ears, are described and discussed in the context of adaptation and survival strategy. The history and prehistory of tundra are also explored. Past and present exploitation of tundra ecosystems is diverse. There is abundant mineral, gas, and oil wealth in these areas, and ecotourism and winter sports are abundant. As use of tundra ecosystems expands, problems connected with climate change, waste disposal, and other threats to the ecosystem must be addressed. "Tundra" examines these issues and more, in an easy-to-use format perfect for any science library or classroom.

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