Fundamentals of ecology
/ Eugene P. Odum, Gary W. Barrett.
- 5th ed.
- New Delhi : Cengage Learning, 2009
- xviii, 598 p. ill. (some col.), maps ; 27 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 535-581) and index.
Preface. Eugene p. Odum and gary w. Barrett. 1. The scope of ecology. 2. The ecosystem. 3. Energy in ecological systems. 4. Biogeochemical cycles. 5. Limiting and regulatory factors. 6. Population ecology. 7. Community ecology. 8. Ecosystem development. Landscape ecology. 9. Regional ecology: major ecosystem types and biomes. 10. Global ecology. 11. Statistical thinking for students of ecology. Glossary. References. Index.