Biodiversity in forests

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Presentation   |   11/19/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Biodiversity in forests TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction ----- 2 Biodiversity types ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Biodiversity types.. Genetic diversity.. Species diversity.. Landscape diversity.. Inventory challenges.. Types of biological surveys.. Biodiversity inventory strategies.. Steps for developing a biodiversity inventory.. Linking with...»

The impact of climate change on the Canadian Boreal forest

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Term papers   |   04/30/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : « The entire biodiversity of the forests rests upon our increasing monitoring of existing changes and ability to scientifically and technologically project ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Kronberg: Intense changes in the ecology of the Canadian boreal forests . The study conducted by Wulder. The optical remote sensing data . The need of new technological monitoring . The U.N. report dealing with the problems of food...»

Environmental impacts on forests

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   11/21/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : « or the deeper ocean is often constrained by the sunlight that can penetrate â€" which is one reason why greater biodiversity is found in tropical forests. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Effect on soil.. The sustainable productive potential.. The observed boost in agricultural production following a forest cover.. Effect on water.. The effect of trees. Transpiration.. The myth that forests act like a sponge.. The...»

Human influences on the tropical forest wildlife

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   11/21/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : « Bibliography: Bawa K and Seidler R (1998) Natural forest management and conservation of biodiversity in tropical forests Peres CA (1999) Journal of Tropical ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Hunting.. Estimates of wild meat harvest.. Subsistence hunting.. Overhunting.. Aggravating effects.. Selective logging.. Patterns of adaptation.. Effect of logging method.. Forest wildfires.. Fire-induced mortality.. Post-burn...»

Genetically modified trees: A natural concern

Science & technology   |   Geology   |   Term papers   |   04/28/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « On the lives of insects, Cummins explains, The far greater threat to biodiversity is the spread of the insecticidal traits to natural forests. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The concept of genetically modified trees for the layman. Reporters Oliver Tickell and Charles Clover of the U.K. Daily Telegraph. The common man needs not only to be informed on this matter. The venture as the result of powerful...»

Forest canopies

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Presentation   |   11/18/2008   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : « ability of forest ecosystems to support a large proportion of global biodiversity, (2) the global sustainability of fiber production from forests and the ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Definition.. Discovery and exploration.. The naturalist and explorer William Beebe.. The scope and extent of canopy studies.. Modern Canopy access systems.. Methods of access.. Climbing techniques and mechanical methods.. Towers and...»

Monarch Conservation and Justice in Mexico

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   06/03/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « as an incentive not to cut trees and for their help in conserving the forests. applicable in this case, would suggest that the costs of biodiversity loss would ...»

Synopsis abstract : «The Mexican Butterfly Biosphere Reserve.. Conservation vs. Development.. Environmental Justice and Biocentrism.. Centralized Governance.. Monetary Compensation.. Ecotourism.. Rezoning.. Conclusion.....»

Endangered Amazon ecosystem

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Term papers   |   06/06/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « support to governments in their efforts to establish protected forests and implement indigenous communities and a major step towards saving biodiversity in the ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The flood caused by Amazon river . Amazon as a big source of potential medicine and biodiversity. Strategy of local governments . Peru's creation of the Alto Puruacute's reserved zone. Conclusion. Bibliog...»

Biometric research as experimental method in science

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Presentation   |   11/25/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « a statement of forest principles and conventions on biodiversity, climate change, and on the topic of sustainable management of boreal and temperate forests. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Forest sustainability.. Frameworks for sustainability assessments.. National forest inventories.. Design and analyses.. Data delivery.. Internet access.. Plot Integrity and data privacy.. Summary.....»

Primate seed dispersal: Implications for conservation tactics

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   11/11/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « Conservation & Forest Management Degradation of biodiversity in a complex ecosystem In sites with minimal poaching (protected forests), the proportion of palm ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. The plant/primate relationship.. Intraspecies variation.. Conservation & forest management.. Discussion.. Conclusion.....»

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