Heathlands : Patterns and Processes in a Changing Environment PDF
Edited by R. Aerts, G.W. Heil
Part of the Geobotany series
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Increased atmospheric nitrogen deposition and changes in the management of heathlands have caused a significant change in the species composition of the NW-European heathlands. This change from ericaceous towards gramineous dominance is analysed in detail in Heathlands:Patterns and Processes in a Changing Environment. Special emphasis is put on the effects of increased atmospheric nutrient input on nutrient cycling, competition between plant species and plant--herbivore interactions. The possibilities for the long-term conservation of heathlands are discussed by considering regeneration from seed and the usefulness of mathematical management models.
The book provides a synthesis of pure and applied plant ecology. It is vital reading for plant ecologists, biological conservationists, heathland managers and government decision makers.
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- Publisher:Springer Netherlands
- Publication Date:14/03/2013
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Download - Immediately Available
- Format:PDF
- Publisher:Springer Netherlands
- Publication Date:14/03/2013
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- ISBN:9789401582308
