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Cover image for book A History of Atmospheric CO2 and Its Effects on Plants, Animals, and Ecosystems

A History of Atmospheric CO2 and Its Effects on Plants, Animals, and Ecosystems

By:James R. Ehleringer; ‎Thure Cerling; ‎M. Denise Dearing
Publisher:Springer Nature
Print ISBN:9780387220697
eText ISBN:9780387270487
Edition:1
Copyright:2005
Format:Page Fidelity

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Based in extensive research in geology, atmospheric science, and paleontology, this book offers a detailed history of CO2 in the atmosphere, and an understanding of factors that have influenced changes in the past. The text illuminates the role of atmospheric CO2 in the modern carbon cycle and in the evolution of plants and animals, and addresses the future role of atmospheric CO2 and its likely effects on ecosystems.