ISBN: 9780243903801 - kesterson reservoir 1997 biological monitoring report and 1998 biological monitoring plan: prepared for us bureau of reclamation mid-pacific region, february, 1998 (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents an in-depth examination of the Kesterson Reservoir, a significant site in California's environmental history. The author traces the reservoir's transformation from a vital wildlife habitat to an ecological disaster caused by selenium contamination from agricultural drainage. Through detailed monitoring and research, the author evaluates the impact of selenium on various organisms within the ecosystem, assessing its effects on their health, reproduction, and survival. The book delves into the complex dynamics of selenium bioaccumulation in the food chain, exploring the risks posed to wildlife and the challenges of managing contaminated environments. Ultimately, this book highlights the importance of understanding the intricate relationships between human activities and environmental consequences, urging proactive measures to prevent similar ecological catastrophes in the future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…