Palaeolimnological Proxies As Tools Of Environmental Reconstruction In Fresh Water

Author : Krisztina Buczkó,János Korponai,Judit Padisák,Scott W. Starratt
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789048133871

Get Book

Palaeolimnological Proxies as Tools of Environmental Reconstruction in Fresh Water by Krisztina Buczkó,János Korponai,Judit Padisák,Scott W. Starratt Pdf

Palaeolimnology is one of the most rapidly developing fields of limnology. The primary objective of this volume is to present new palaeolimnological findings from eastern and central Europe. Although this area has sometimes received less attention than other areas of Europe, the lakes and mires, coupled with the variability in landscape and the local differences in climate, provide unique opportunity for studying palaeolimnology. The volume starts with a review on late Quaternary records form the Carpathian region, followed by new results on the history of a crater lake, Lake Saint Ana, glacial lakes in the Tatra Mountains and Lake Bled in Slovenia. In addition, the various papers provide new insights on the development of lakes and bogs during the late glacial and Holocene, using a wide range of palaeolimnological proxies, including diatoms, pollen, macrofossils, pigments, cladoceran remains, chironomids, chaoborids, stable isotopes and geochemistry. The motivation for collecting recent knowledge derives from the recognition of the importance, and applicability of palaeolimnological tools to help in defining "reference conditions" as designated within the Water Framework Directives and estimating influence of global climate change on surface waters.

Author : Ramesh D. Gulati,Egor S. Zadereev,Andrei G. Degermendzhi
Publisher : Springer
Page : 405 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-02-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319491431

Get Book

Ecology of Meromictic Lakes by Ramesh D. Gulati,Egor S. Zadereev,Andrei G. Degermendzhi Pdf

This volume presents recent advances in the research on meromictic lakes and a state-of-the art overview of this area. After an introduction to the terminology and geographic distribution of meromictic lakes, three concise chapters describe their physical, chemical and biological features. The following eight chapters present case studies of more than a dozen meromictic lakes, showing the variety of physical and biochemical processes that promote meromixis. The result is a broad picture of the ecology and biochemistry of meromictic lakes in tropical and cold regions, in man-made pit lakes and euxinic marine lakes, and in freshwater as well as hypersaline lakes. In the final chapter the editors provide a synthesis of the topic and conclude that the study of meromictic lakes also offers new insights into the limnology of inland lakes. The book appeals to researchers in the fields of ecology, limnology, environmental physics and biophysics.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2018-04-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9789004363908

Get Book

The Economy of Medieval Hungary by Anonim Pdf

The Economy of Medieval Hungary is the first concise, English-language volume on the economic life of medieval Hungary, covering the structures of economic life, human-nature interactions in production, taxation, money and commerce.

Author : Isabelle Larocque-Tobler
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2017-02-03
Category : Ecology
ISBN : 9782889450916

Get Book

Using Paleolimnology for Management and Restoration of Lakes by Isabelle Larocque-Tobler Pdf

This e-book presents state-of-the-art research projects and opinions on using paleolimnology for lake restoration and managment. It illustrates the general idea that proposing adequate restoration and managment solutions must be based on the past. Knowing the natural and anthropic variations a water body went through defines the best ways for maintaining or restoring an ecosystem. By quantifying baseline conditions, paleolimnology provides a definite plan for restoration and management. This cannot be achieved without studying the past.

Author : Arthur James Wells
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2744 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Bibliography, National
ISBN : STANFORD:36105211722686

Get Book

The British National Bibliography by Arthur James Wells Pdf

Author : John E. Brittain,Reidar Borgstrøm
Publisher : Springer
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015-03-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789048193882

Get Book

The subalpine lake ecosystem, Øvre Heimdalsvatn, and its catchment: local and global changes over the last 50 years by John E. Brittain,Reidar Borgstrøm Pdf

This book summarizes research from 50 years of intensive study of a pristine subalpine lake ecosystem and its catchment. Coverage spans a range of topics, including studies focusing on changes in ice cover, water temperature, zooplankton, benthos and fish.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Newnes
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444536372

Get Book

Ostracoda as Proxies for Quaternary Climate Change by Anonim Pdf

Ostracod crustaceans, common microfossils in marine and freshwater sedimentary records, supply evidence of past climatic conditions via indicator species, transfer function and mutual climatic range approaches as well as the trace element and stable isotope geochemistry of their shells. As methods of using ostracods as Quaternary palaeoclimate proxies have developed, so too has a critical awareness of their complexities, potential and limitations. This book combines up-to-date reviews (covering previous work and summarising the state of the art) with presentations of new, cutting-edge science (data and interpretations as well as methodological developments) to form a major reference work that will constitute a durable bench-mark in the science of Ostracoda and Quaternary climate change. In-depth and focused treatment of palaeoclimate applications Provides durable benchmark and guide for all future work on ostracods Presents new, cutting-edge science

Author : F. Marret,J. O’Keefe,P. Osterloff,M. Pound
Publisher : Geological Society of London
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021-10-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781786205414

Get Book

Applications of Non-Pollen Palynomorphs by F. Marret,J. O’Keefe,P. Osterloff,M. Pound Pdf

This long-awaited book about non-pollen palynomorphs (NPPs) aims to cover gaps in our knowledge of these abundant but understudied palynological remains. NPPs, such as fungal spores, testate amoebae, dinoflagellate cysts, acritarchs and animal remains, are routinely recovered from palynological preparations of marine or terrestrial material, from Proterozoic to recent geological times. This book gives the reader a comprehensive overview of the different types of NPPs, with examples from diverse time periods and environments. It provides guidance on sample preparation to maximize the recovery of these NPPs, detailed information on their diversity and ecological affinity, clarification on the nomenclature and demonstrates their value as environmental indicators. This volume will become the reference guide for any student, academic or practitioner interested in everything else in their palynological preparations.

Author : Ian W. Croudace,R. Guy Rothwell
Publisher : Springer
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2015-07-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401798495

Get Book

Micro-XRF Studies of Sediment Cores by Ian W. Croudace,R. Guy Rothwell Pdf

This volume presents papers on the use of micro-XRF core scanners in palaeoenvironmental research. It contains a broad ranging view of instrument capability and points to future developments that will help contribute to higher precision elemental data and faster core analysis. Readers will find a diverse range of research by leading experts that have used micro-XRF core scanners in a wide range of scientific applications. The book includes specific application papers reporting on the use of XRF core scanners in a variety of marine, lacustrine, and pollution studies. In addition, coverage also examines practical aspects of core scanner usage, data optimisation and data calibration and interpretation. In a little over a decade, micro-XRF sediment core scanners have made a substantive contribution to palaeoenvironmental research. Their impact is based on their ability to rapidly, non-destructively and automatically scan sediment cores. Not only do they rapidly provide important proxy data without damaging samples, but they can obtain environmental data at decadal, annual and even sub-annual scales. This volume will help both experienced and new users of these non-destructive core scanners take full advantage of one of the most powerful geochemical screening tools in the environmental scientist's toolbox.

Author : John P. Smol
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2009-03-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444307573

Get Book

Pollution of Lakes and Rivers by John P. Smol Pdf

Now in its second edition, Pollution of Lakes and Rivers provides essential insights into present-day water quality problems from an international perspective. Explains simply and effectively how lake sediments can be used to reconstruct pollution history Includes over 200 additional references and a new chapter on recent climatic change and its effects on water quality and quantity Tackles present-day water quality problems from an international perspective Previously published by Hodder Arnold PowerPoint slides of the artwork from the book are available from: http://post.queensu.ca/~pearl/textbook.htm Reviews: "This is a very well-written and wide-ranging volume that is both instructive and topical. It is likely to prove useful as an introduction to the general area, a reference source and for teaching purposes." (The Holocene, November 2008) "If you thought that paleolimnology was just mud, pollen, and diatoms then you will likely be both struck by the complexity of this field of research and grateful that John Smol, FRSC, has described it so clearly and broadly. Simply put, the second edition is an excellent book." ( Journal of Phycology, 2008) “This is a useful text. It provides a good level of detail so that the beginner in this area can appreciate what palaeolimnology can (and cannot) achieve. It goes beyond the simple introduction to provide a detailed understanding of how techniques can be applied ... This is a different take on the usual pollution text and would be of great use to those wishing to understand more from sedimentary records.” Taken from the British Ecological Society’s Teaching Ecology website "John Smol has extensive experience in this field of paleoenvironmental research which he combines well with his excellent written communication skills to produce a text that is easy to read but also thought provoking." (Quaternary Science Reviews, 2009) “The breadth of coverage in this text is impressive.” (Lake and Reservoir Management, 2009) “If I could speak with fluidity and clarity in my lectures as consistently as John Smol writes my students would be very grateful.” (Journal of Paleolimnology, 2009)

Author : Edward G. Bellinger,David C. Sigee
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2011-09-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119964322

Get Book

Freshwater Algae by Edward G. Bellinger,David C. Sigee Pdf

Freshwater Algae: Identification and Use as Bioindicators provides a comprehensive guide to temperate freshwater algae, with additional information on key species in relation to environmental characteristics and implications for aquatic management. The book uniquely combines practical material on techniques and water quality management with basic algal taxonomy and the role of algae as bioindicators. Freshwater Algae: Identification and Use as Bioindicators is divided into two parts. Part I describes techniques for the sampling, measuring and observation of algae and then looks at the role of algae as bioindicators and the implications for aquatic management. Part II provides the identification of major genera and 250 important species. Well illustrated with numerous original illustrations and photographs, this reference work is essential reading for all practitioners and researchers concerned with assessing and managing the aquatic environment.

Author : Patrick O'Sullivan,C. S. Reynolds
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 712 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2008-04-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470999264

Get Book

The Lakes Handbook by Patrick O'Sullivan,C. S. Reynolds Pdf

Continuing concern about water supply and quality, ecosystem sustainability and restoration demands that the modern approach to the management of lakes and reservoirs should be based on a sound understanding of the application of the scientific and ecological principles that underlie freshwater processes. The Lakes Handbook provides an up-to-date overview of the application of ecologically sound approaches, methods and tools using experience gained around the world for an understanding of lakes and their management. Volume one of the Handbook addresses the physical and biological aspects of lakes pertinent to lake management, emphasising those aspects particularly relevant to large, still bodies of water. Volume two then considers lake management, with particular emphasis on sustainability, restoration and rehabilitation. This handbook will be invaluable to ecologists, environmental scientists, physical geographers and hydrologists involved in limnological research, as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate students looking for authoritative reviews of the key areas of limnological study. Brings together basic science and management issues. International coverage and international authors. Reviews management issues at a level suitable for the non-expert.

Author : John Birks,Rick Battarbee,Anson Mackay,Frank Oldfield
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444119176

Get Book

Global Change in the Holocene by John Birks,Rick Battarbee,Anson Mackay,Frank Oldfield Pdf

The Holocene spans the 11,500 years since the end of the last Ice Age and has been a period of major global environmental change. However the rate of change has accelerated during the last hundred years, due largely to human impacts and this has led to a growing concern for the future of our environmental resources. Global Change in the Holocene demonstrates how reconstructing the record of past environmental change can provide us with essential knowledge about how our environment works and presents the reader with an informed viewpoint from which to project realistic future scenarios. The book brings together key techniques that are widely used in Holocene research, such as radiocarbon dating, dendrochronology and sediment analysis and offers a comprehensive analysis of various archives of environmental change including instrumental and documentary records, corals, lake sediments, glaciers and ice cores. This reference will be an informative and cutting-edge resource for all researchers in the fields of climate change, environmental science, geography, palaeoecology and archaeology.

Author : J. Piatt Bradbury,Walter E. Dean
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1993-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813722764

Get Book

Elk Lake, Minnesota: Evidence for Rapid Climate Change in the North-Central United States by J. Piatt Bradbury,Walter E. Dean Pdf

Selected papers regarding conditions found in Elk Lake, Minnesota being evidence for rapid climate change in the north-central United States. Among the topics: the chronology of Elk Lake sediments, climate and limnological settings, and deposition of calcium carbonate. Annotation copyright Book News

Author : John P. Smol,H.J. Birks,William M. Last
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2006-04-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780306476686

Get Book

Tracking Environmental Change Using Lake Sediments by John P. Smol,H.J. Birks,William M. Last Pdf

This third volume in the Developments in Paleoenvironmental Research series deals with the major terrestrial, algal, and siliceous indicators used in paleolimnology. Other volumes deal with the acquisition and archiving of lake sediment cores, chronological techniques, and large-scale basin analysis methods (Volume 1), physical and geochemical parameters and methods (Volume 2), zoological techniques (Volume 4), and statistical and data handling methods (Volume 5). These monographs will provide sufficient detail and breadth to be useful handbooks for both seasoned practitioners as well as newcomers to the area of paleolimnology. Although the chapters in these volumes target mainly lacustrine settings, many of the techniques described can also be readily applied to fluvial, glacial, marine, estuarine, and peatland environments.