Aerophytic Algae and Cyanobacteria PAPERBACK 9780443265341

Name: Aerophytic Algae and Cyanobacteria PAPERBACK 9780443265341
Brand: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Aerophytic Algae and CyanobacteriaDiversity, Ecology, and Biogeography\nAuthor(s): Sal Blanco\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc, United States\nImprint: Academic Press Inc\nISBN-13: 9780443265341, 978-0443265341\nSynopsis\nAerophytic Algae and Cyanobacteria: Diversity, Ecology, and Biogeography expands our understanding of microalgae and cyanobacteria that colonize air-exposed substrates. These species, often overlooked in marine and freshwater studies, play crucial roles in various ecosystems. Introductory chapters cover their morphology, physiological adaptations, and biogeography, highlighting their ecological significance and interactions within ecosystems. Other sections addresses future research directions, applications in environmental assessments, conservation, water and air quality management, bioremediation, and pollution control. The book, authored by a global team of phycologists, also explores taxa such as edaphic and corticolous diatoms, .