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Lab & Field Investigations in Marine Life ExpressPDF, Tenth Edition

Author(s): Gordon Dudley, Grossmont College
James L. Sumich, PhD, Biology Department, Grossmont College
Virginia Dudley, Grossmont College
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  • ISBN-13: 9781449641436
  • Express PDF    435 pages      © 2012
    Access Code Subscription Length: 180 Days
Price: International Sales $29.95 US List
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Overview

This unique marine biology laboratory and field manual engages students in the excitement and challenges of understanding marine organisms and the environments in which they live.  Students will benefit from a thorough examination of topics such as the physical and chemical properties of seawater, marine microbes, algae, and a wide variety of invertebrate and vertebrate animals through observation and critical thinking activities. The manual also includes suggested topics for additional investigation, which provides flexibility for both instructors and students who wish to further explore various topics of interest.  Laboratory and Field Investigations in Marine Life is the ideal compliment to any marine biology teaching and learning package. 

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  • Each lab is designed for a three-hour lab period, and can be adapted for shorter time periods.
  • Field studies are grouped at the end of the manual to provide a systematic set of observational procedures that can be applied to a wide variety of field conditions.
  • Includes a broad offering of anatomic, physiological, taxonomic, and ecological studies.
     

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Gordon Dudley-Grossmont College

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James L. Sumich, PhD-Biology Department, Grossmont College

James L. Sumich, Ph.D., is an instructor of marine biology and zoology at Grossmont Community College in El Cajon, California. Professor Sumich has been heavily involved with curriculum development at Grossmont, including the creation of a textbook and laboratory manual for marine biology, and the introduction of computer-enhanced instruction techniques for biology laboratories. He recently co-authored an advanced textbook on the biology of marine mammals. His current research interests include studies of the energetics of fasting, migration, and lactation in gray whales.

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Virginia Dudley-Grossmont College

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ShowAppropriate Courses

Written for the introductory laboratory course in Marine Biology or Marine Science

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