The strength of any academic textbook lies in the expertise of its authors. Dr. D. Dave and Dr. S. S. Katewa bring a wealth of academic and research experience to this volume.
Biodiversity is treated as a critical asset. The book covers genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity, the bio-geographical classification of species, hot-spots of biodiversity, threats to habitat, and endangered or endemic species. It heavily focuses on both in-situ and ex-situ conservation strategies. 5. Environmental Pollution
A rigorous scientific and social look at the causes, effects, and control measures of different types of pollution: Air pollution Water pollution Soil pollution Marine pollution Noise pollution Thermal pollution Nuclear hazards 6. Social Issues and the Environment
A detailed look at the Earth's vital resources, categorized into:
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