The unique combination of freshwater and marine ecology provides a balanced introduction to aquatic systems Emphasises the features shared by marine and freshwater systems, helping students to draw out common themes Broad yet succinct coverage makes this the perfect text for an introductory course: the emphasis is on mastering the fundamental concepts, not being weighed down with detail Online Resource Centre features additional resources for both lecturers and students, enhancing the value of this text as a teaching and learning tool New to this Edition: Expanded coverage of fundamentals sees two separate chapters covering the global water system, and life in aquatic systems Enhanced coverage of coral reefs, salt lakes, mangroves, and salt marshes New two-colour text design, with revised two-colour figures New testbank of multiple-choice questions, adding to the value of the text as a teaching and learning tool.
