Fundamentals of soil ecology / David C. Coleman, D.A. Crossley, Jr.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Coleman, David C., 1938-

Contributor:

Crossley, D. A.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Soil ecology.

Soil biology.

Physical Description:

xv, 205 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

San Diego : Academic Press, [1996]

Summary:

This graduate level text reference is designed to be a bridge between ecologists and soil scientists. There is increasing awareness that soil is the organizing center for all terrestrial ecosystems. This text examines why this is so, in terms of the physics, chemistry, and biology of soil ecosystems. Biodiversity and global change and the important role soils play in global carbon balance are also discussed. Fundamentals of Soil Ecology will be a valuable addition to your research library. Key Features* Fundamentals of Soil Ecology is a holistic approach to soil biology and ecosystem function and treats soils as: * Living entities, not "black boxes" * Organizing centers for how ecosystems function over time* Filled with diverse biota, fauna, microbes, and roots

Contents:

Introduction: The Fitness of the Soil Environment

Primary Production Processes In Soils

Secondary Production: Activities Of Heterotrophic Organisms-Microbes

Secondary Production: Activities of Heterotrophic Organisms-The Soil Fauna

Decomposition and Nutrient Cycling

Detritivory in Soils

Future Developments in Soil Ecology.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 171-195) and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Coleman, David C., 1938- Fundamentals of soil ecology.

ISBN:

0121797252

9780121797256

OCLC:

32739471

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