How Long to Read Ecology of Desert Systems

By Walter Whitford

How Long Does it Take to Read Ecology of Desert Systems?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 47 minutes to read Ecology of Desert Systems by Walter Whitford

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Conventional wisdom considers deserts stark, harsh regions that support few living things. Most people also believe that water alone makes the desert bloom. Ecology of Desert Systems challenges these conventional views. This volume explores a broad range of topics of interest to ecosystem, population, community, and physiological ecologists. Climate, weather patterns, geomorphology, and wind and water processes are examined as variables that affect the distribution of biota through fundamental ecosystem processes. Descriptions of morphological, behavioral, and physiological adaptations of desert biota illuminate, through the lens of patch dynamics, principles for understanding observed patterns of primary production, nutrient cycling, and the effects of consumers. Desertification, and the techniques for monitoring and quantifying it, is examined within the framework of desert ecosystem patterns and processes. * Focuses on the interactions of climate, soil, and biota along a spectrum of spatial and temporal scales * Details the role of animals in desert ecosystems and landscape processes * Examines watershed scale processes, the ecology of ephemeral lakes, and the ecological changes identified with desertification * Outlines the fundamental concepts relevant to sustainable development of arid lands

How long is Ecology of Desert Systems?

Ecology of Desert Systems by Walter Whitford is 343 pages long, and a total of 86,779 words.

This makes it 116% the length of the average book. It also has 106% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Ecology of Desert Systems Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 54 minutes to read Ecology of Desert Systems aloud.

What Reading Level is Ecology of Desert Systems?

Ecology of Desert Systems is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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