
Textbook of Environment and Ecology
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This textbook is focused on fundamentals of environment and ecology for undergraduate and graduate students.
This is first of its kind book dealing with physical environment, ecosystems, biological diversity, environmental pollution, and environment-influenced natural resource ecology and management. This will cater to the needs of the students, examinees, trainees, and teachers. It consists of 23 chapters spread over 5 sections i.e., ecosystem analysis, natural resources, biodiversity, environmental disruptions, and environmental management. The textbook is well aligned with the syllabus of all central and state universities and offers the latest insights as well to the students of undergraduate and postgraduate courses of ecology and environmental sciences. Every chapter provides summary/points to remember and exercises. Each exercise includes 20 multiple-choice questions, 10 short-answer questions, and 5 long-answer questions.
The textbook is a comprehensive coverage for basic and advanced courses in ecology and environmental sciences. Each topic is supported by illustrations, tables, and information boxes etc.
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Dr. Vir Singh is a distinguished and accomplished figure in the realm of Environmental Science, with a wealth of knowledge and experience that spans over three decades. As a Professor Emeritus at GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, he has left an indelible mark on the field through his exceptional contributions to teaching, research, extension, project execution, research supervision, and curriculum development. He is fueled by a profound passion for understanding and preserving the intricacies of the natural world.
Prof. Singh has taken on various significant roles within the academic and administrative domains. He has also served as the Coordinator of Liberal Education, Director of Communication, and Editor-in-Chief of two esteemed monthly magazines published by the university.
Prof. Singh's academic journey has taken him to numerous distinguished universities and institutes in India, where he received a comprehensive education and training in diverse fields: environmental science, animal sciences, plant sciences, and social science. Moreover, he has collaborated with prestigious organizations beyond India's borders, notably, the ICIMOD based in Kathmandu, Nepal, Galilee International Management Institute (GIMI) in Israel, and Friedrich-Schiller University in Germany. Prof. Vir Singh's work comprises an impressive collection of 56 books, numerous monographs, and over 250 research papers, book chapters, and popular articles. His extensive publications have significantly enriched the field of environmental science, providing valuable insights and perspectives to scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts alike.
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1.The environment and its integral components.- 2. The ecosystems.- 3. Population ecology.- 4. Community ecology.- 5. Biogeochemical cycles.- 6. The natural resources: introduction.- 7. Water resources.- 8. Land and soil resources.- 9. Forest resources.-10. Agriculture and food resources.- 11. Mineral resources.- 12. Energy resources.- 13. Biodiversity concepts and values.- 14. Threats to biodiversity.- 15. Biodiversity conservation.- 16. Air pollution.- 17. Water pollution.- 18. Soil pollution.- 19. Noise pollution.-20. Global warming and climate change.- 21. Solid waste management.- 22. Climate change mitigation.- 23. Environment, development and sustainability
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