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. Ed(S): Bergmann, Melanie; Gutow, Lars; Klages, Michael - Marine Anthropogenic Litter - 9783319376530 - V9783319376530
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Marine Anthropogenic Litter

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Description for Marine Anthropogenic Litter Paperback. Editor(s): Bergmann, Melanie; Gutow, Lars; Klages, Michael. Num Pages: 465 pages, 33 black & white illustrations, 35 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 712.

This book describes how man-made litter, primarily plastic, has spread into the remotest parts of the oceans and covers all aspects of this pollution problem from the impacts on wildlife and human health to socio-economic and political issues. Marine litter is a prime threat to marine wildlife, habitats and food webs worldwide.

The book illustrates how advanced technologies from deep-sea research, microbiology and mathematic modelling as well as classic beach litter counts by volunteers contributed to the broad awareness of marine litter as a problem of global significance. The authors summarise more than five decades of marine litter research, which receives ... Read more

In 16 chapters, authors from all over the world have created a universal view on the diverse field of marine litter pollution, the biological  impacts, dedicated research activities,  and the various national and international legislative efforts to combat this environmental problem.  They recommend future research directions necessary for a comprehensive understanding of this environmental issue and the development of efficient management strategies. This book addresses scientists, and it provides a solid knowledge base for policy makers, NGOs, and  the broader public.

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Number of pages
465
Condition
New
Number of Pages
447
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
ISBN
9783319376530
SKU
V9783319376530
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 15 to 20 working days
Ref
99-15

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