Description
Written primarily for 16-19 year old students, this primer introduces the key features of the marine environment and explores definitions of marine biodiversity at different levels of biological organization: genetic, species, ecosystem, and functional. It also discusses how changes in ocean features due to human activities are having a negative impact on marine biological diversity. The primer aims to extend students' knowledge and inspire them to take their school-level learning further. It explores topics that are familiar from the curriculum and also introduces new ideas, giving students a first taste of the study of biology beyond school-level and demonstrating how concepts frequently encountered at school are relevant to and applied in current research. This is an ideal text to support students who are considering making the transition from studying biology at school to university. Digital formats and resources The book is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources: - The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks - Online resources include multiple choice questions for students to check their understanding, and, for registered adopters, figures and tables from the book
About the Author
Dr Michael Kent MemMBA FRSB studied Zoology at London University, Marine Biology at Bangor, and carried out PhD research into shellfish parasites at Plymouth. After his PhD, he joined Torpoint School as a science teacher, then moved to St Austell VI Form College to teach A-level Biology and Sport Science. From St Austell, he was appointed Head of the Centre for Applied Zoology at Newquay (now part of Cornwall College) where he helped design and deliver Foundation Degrees in Marine Aquaculture and Zoological Conservation. In 2006, he became a full-time science writer and independent researcher. His books include Advanced Biology and the Oxford Dictionary of Sports Science and Medicine, both published by Oxford University Press. His research focuses on intertidal ecology. He has a passion for all things marine and enjoys sharing that passion with others.
Reviews
A great resource for any student or practitioner with an interest in marine science. * Dr Cecilia Liszka, The Marine Biologist, 26 April 2023 *
It is undeniably an ambitious undertaking and strikes a necessary balance between breadth and depth of subject matter. It also does an impressive job of synthesizing this dynamic multidisciplinary field, and the result is a neat review of cross-cutting concepts and considerations any student of marine science will encounter throughout their career. * Dr Cecilia Liszka, The Marine Biologist, 26 April 2023 *
The Marine Environment and Biodiversity certainly fulfils its brief: it provides an overview of some of the core branches of oceanographic science, illustrated with interesting case studies and a glossary of terms; it offers the motivated reader 'pause for thought' problems to explore independently; and each chapter ends with a selection of further reading and questions to stimulate discussion. * Dr Cecilia Liszka, The Marine Biologist, 26 April 2023 *
Book Information
ISBN 9780198869085
Author Michael Kent
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 390g
Dimensions(mm) 246mm * 189mm * 10mm
About the Author
Dr Michael Kent MemMBA FRSB studied Zoology at London University, Marine Biology at Bangor, and carried out PhD research into shellfish parasites at Plymouth. After his PhD, he joined Torpoint School as a science teacher, then moved to St Austell VI Form College to teach A-level Biology and Sport Science. From St Austell, he was appointed Head of the Centre for Applied Zoology at Newquay (now part of Cornwall College) where he helped design and deliver Foundation Degrees in Marine Aquaculture and Zoological Conservation. In 2006, he became a full-time science writer and independent researcher. His books include Advanced Biology and the Oxford Dictionary of Sports Science and Medicine, both published by Oxford University Press. His research focuses on intertidal ecology. He has a passion for all things marine and enjoys sharing that passion with others.
Reviews
A great resource for any student or practitioner with an interest in marine science. * Dr Cecilia Liszka, The Marine Biologist, 26 April 2023 *
It is undeniably an ambitious undertaking and strikes a necessary balance between breadth and depth of subject matter. It also does an impressive job of synthesizing this dynamic multidisciplinary field, and the result is a neat review of cross-cutting concepts and considerations any student of marine science will encounter throughout their career. * Dr Cecilia Liszka, The Marine Biologist, 26 April 2023 *
The Marine Environment and Biodiversity certainly fulfils its brief: it provides an overview of some of the core branches of oceanographic science, illustrated with interesting case studies and a glossary of terms; it offers the motivated reader 'pause for thought' problems to explore independently; and each chapter ends with a selection of further reading and questions to stimulate discussion. * Dr Cecilia Liszka, The Marine Biologist, 26 April 2023 *
Book Information
ISBN 9780198869085
Author Michael Kent
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 390g
Dimensions(mm) 246mm * 189mm * 10mm
