Aquatic Microbiology: An Ecological Approach - by Barry Wagner (Hardcover)

About the Book

Aquatic microbiology is the study of microorganisms present in aquatic environments such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and wetlands. These microorganisms play crucial roles in various ecological processes, including nutrient cycling, carbon fixation, and decomposition. They comprise a diverse array of bacteria, archaea, algae, protozoa, and viruses, each contributing uniquely to the aquatic ecosystem's dynamics. Understanding aquatic microbiology is essential for assessing water quality, managing environmental pollution, and studying the impacts of climate change on aquatic ecosystems. Researchers in this field investigate microbial diversity, interactions, and their responses to environmental changes, making use of advanced techniques such as metagenomics and molecular biology. This book contains some path-breaking studies in the field of aquatic microbiology. Also included herein is a detailed explanation of the various concepts and applications of the subject. For all those who are interested in this field, this book can prove to be an essential guide.

Book Synopsis

Aquatic microbiology is the study of microorganisms present in aquatic environments such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and wetlands. These microorganisms play crucial roles in various ecological processes, including nutrient cycling, carbon fixation, and decomposition. They comprise a diverse array of bacteria, archaea, algae, protozoa, and viruses, each contributing uniquely to the aquatic ecosystem's dynamics. Understanding aquatic microbiology is essential for assessing water quality, managing environmental pollution, and studying the impacts of climate change on aquatic ecosystems. Researchers in this field investigate microbial diversity, interactions, and their responses to environmental changes, making use of advanced techniques such as metagenomics and molecular biology. This book contains some path-breaking studies in the field of aquatic microbiology. Also included herein is a detailed explanation of the various concepts and applications of the subject. For all those who are interested in this field, this book can prove to be an essential guide.