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Textbook of Limnology

Fourth Edition

Gerald A. Cole

Perhaps the best book available on the subject of limnology! Praised for its clear handling of a diverse and complex subject, this classic, illustrated volume presents a useful blend of practical and analytical limnology. Students will welcome the author’s clear writing and concise coverage of topics.
 

$56.95 list, 412 pages

10-digit ISBN: 0-88133-800-1

13-digit ISBN: 978-0-88133-800-3

© 1994

“Cole’s text is a useful blend of practical and analytical limnology. This edition is the best textbook available for undergraduate study.” —Tim Brastrup, Brainerd Technical College

“I find that Cole’s text provides concise, full coverage of modern limnology and the students in the course appreciate its readability and its use of examples in explaining concepts.”   — Daryl C. Sweeney, University of Illinois

“Cole is a classic text on the subject. It is much more readable and student friendly than its competitors. The text is clearly written, the graphics are easy to understand, and the explanations of more analytical subjects are simple and straightforward.”  — M. Hanson, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point

“Dr. Cole’s book continues to be an explicit presentation of limnology and an excellent choice for a beginning course.”   — Wendell L. Minckley, Arizona State University

“I have used the text for over ten years and do not see any need to change. My students have found the text informative without being overwhelmed by it.” —Vishnu P. Saksena, Muskingum College

“I really like Cole’s clear writing and concise coverage of topics. Illustrations are good.” —Joseph G. Engemann, Western Michigan University

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. A Limnologic Perspective

3. The Freshwater Biota and Habitats

4. The Aquatic Communities

5. Ecosystems, Energy, and Production

6. Lake Origins

7. Shapes and Sizes of Lakes

8. Streams: The Lotic Ecosystem

9. Light and the Aquatic Ecosystem

10. Density, Layering, and Lake Classification

11. Heat Energy and Water Movements

12. Oxygen and Other Dissolved Gases

13. Carbon Dioxide, Alkalinity, and pH: The CO₂ System

14. The Major Ions in Inland Waters

15. Redox, Metals, Nutrients, and Organic Substances

16. Use and Misuse of Inland Waters: An Epilogue

Glossary