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Introduction to the Biology of Marine Life by James L. Sumich; John Francis Morrissey is a science book available to read on EtoBox.
What is Introduction to the Biology of Marine Life about?
<p>This textbook examines selected groups of marine organisms within a framework of basic biological principles and processes. With attention to taxonomic, evolutionary, ecological, behavioral, and physiological aspects of biological study, the book contains chapters on habitat, patterns of association, phytoplankton, marine plants, protozoans and invertebrates, marine vertebrates, estuaries, coastal seas, tropical and subtropical shallow seas, open oceans, the deep-sea floor, marine birds and mammals, and harvesting resources. Annotation © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR</p> <h3>Booknews</h3> <p>A text for an introductory course for nonmajor or premajor students with some exposure to basic biology concepts. This sixth edition incorporates a new organization into six sections on introductory concepts, marine primary producers, diversity of marine animals, benthic communities, the pelagic realm, and human intervention in the sea, with expanded material on invertebrates and recent research. Includes reference appendices, a glossary, color photos, and chapter summaries and review questions. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)</p>
Who reads Introduction to the Biology of Marine Life?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- James L. Sumich; John Francis Morrissey
- Publisher
- Boston: Jones and Bartlett Publishers
- Published
- 2004
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9780763733131
- Category
- science
- Subjects
- Science, Mathematics, Biology
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 (72 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14