Marine Biology covers the basics of marine biology with a global approach, using examples from numerous regions and ecosystems worldwide. This introductory, one semester text is designed for non-majors. Authors Castro and Huber have made a special effort to include solid basic science content needed in a general education course, including the fundamental principles of biology, the physical sciences, and the scientific method. This science coverage is integrated with a stimulating, up to date overview of marine biology.
Part 1 Principles of Marine Science
- The Science of Marine Biology
- The Sea Floor
- Chemical and Physical Features of Seawater and the World Ocean
- Fundamentals of Biology
Part 2 The Organisms of the Sea
- The Microbial World
- Multicellular Primary Producers : Seaweeds and Plants
- Marine Animals Without a Backbone
, etc.
Part 3 Structure and Function of Marine Ecosystems
- An Introduction to Marine Ecology
- Between the Tides
- Estuaries : Where Rivers Meet the Sea
, etc.
Part 4 Humans and the Sea
- Resources from the Sea
- The Impact of Humans on the Marine Environment
- The Oceans and Human Affairs