Limnology

<p><strong>Limnology</strong> provides an in-depth and current overview of the field of limnology. The result of a major tour de force by two renowned and experienced experts this unique and richly illustrated reference presents a wealth of data on limnology history water as a substrate lakes’ origins and aquatic biota. Besides a general part it gives special focus to neotropical limnology prevalently applicable in countries in the Southern Hemisphere.</p><p>Starting with the essentials some definitions and a historical account this volume then details the main interaction mechanisms with physical and chemical factors diversity and geographical distribution. With regard to the major continental aquatic systems it treats the dynamics variability and characterization of lakes reservoirs flooded areas saline lakes estuaries and coastal lagoons. The impact of human activity on water resources and the need for the rehabilitation of watersheds watershed ecosystems and estuaries are addressed subsequently. To illustrate theory the final part includes research examples in limnology ecology and environmental sciences in different geographical contexts as well as ideas for new investigations.</p><p>This reference volume is intended for researchers and professionals working on inland waters lakes and rivers within the fields of biology ecology environment forestry geochemistry geophysics and water management. It will also benefit students in the aforementioned areas and readers involved with limnology in related disciplines such as earth sciences environmental water and geological engineering.</p>