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Biodiversity: Perception, Peril and Preservation

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Book Title: Biodiversity: Perception, Peril and Preservation
Author: Prabodh K. Maiti
ISBN-13: 9788120353046
Publication: PHI Learning Private Limited
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Overview of Biodiversity: Perception, Peril and Preservation Book

Biodiversity is the variety of life in a given range. Today, the world is under tremendous threat of unprecedented loss of biodiversity. Issues like global warming, environmental pollution, recurrent natural calamities and human population rise are of major concern for scientists all over the world. The second edition of the book covers a complete range of the topics pertaining to the subject such as meaning of biodiversity, its history, importance of species diversity, systematics, determination of status of bio resources, pattern of distribution of global species, genetic diversity and ecosystem diversity. It also elaborates on various drivers that lead to biodiversity loss and its impact on global climate. Moreover, the topics on bio piracy, related laws and policies and the importance of indigenous knowledge of several communities are also described in the text. The use of biotechnology-based methods and various measures to preserve natural resources and conserve biodiversity is the highlight of the text. Moreover, the book provides a detailed account of the conservation measures of biodiversity, especially those implemented by the government. This book is primarily designed for the undergraduate and postgraduate students of Environmental Science, Zoology and Botany. Besides, it will also be useful for postgraduate diploma or other professional courses in Environmental Science and also for the researchers. New to the Second Edition Project Tiger and Project Elephant are introduced in the chapter on Conservation Practice. Various sections have been revised and updated throughout the book. A few figures have been added and many others have been replaced for better illustration. Key features Explains the contemporary topics such as green accounting and sustainable management of natural resources in an easy-to-understand manner. Incorporates a number of photographs, flow charts, diagrams and tables. Provides chapter-end review questions to help students check their understanding of the subject. Includes MCQs (with answers given at the end of the book). Gives an elaborate glossary of technical terms to acquaint the students with the related terminologies.

  • Book Type :

  • Science&Mathematics

  • Book Binding :

  • Paperback

  • Language :

  • English

  • Number of Pages :

  • 604 pages

  • ISBN - 10 :

  • 8120353048

  • Biodiversity: Perception, Peril and Preservation Published On :

  • Import, May 2017

  • Resource:

  • Students and Professionals:Textbooks, Science&Mathematics

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ISBN-13: 9788120353046
Publication: PHI Learning Private Limited

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