Diapause in Aquatic Invertebrates: Theory and Human Use

by Bart De Stasio and John J. Gilbert

Book Overview

Dormancy is a suspension of the vital functions in an organism to overcome harsh environmental conditions, and sometimes can last for centuries. It is a widespread adaptation in many phyla, ranging from bacteria to vertebrates, and may exert a great influence on aquatic communities.

Contributors to this new book are leaders in the field of diapause studies, and many authors were participants at a recent workshop on diapause in aquatic...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1402056796
• ISBN13: 9781402056796
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.3"