"General overview of ocean, island, and polar region ecosystems, including an exploration of disturbances these ecosystems face due to human interference, pollution, and climate change, and current conservation and reclamation efforts. Features include fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher.
Record details
ISBN:0716614022
ISBN:9780716614029 (hc.)
ISBN:9780716614005 (set)
Physical Description:print 64 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), maps ; 26 cm.
Publisher:Chicago : World Book, c2009.
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 62) and index.