Overview
An interdisciplinary study of the Kuroshio nutrient stream
The surface water of the Kuroshio, a western boundary current in the North Pacific Ocean, is nutrient-depleted and has relatively low primary productivity, yet abundant fish populations are supported in the region. This is called the “Kuroshio Paradox”.
Kuroshio Current: Physical, Biogeochemical and Ecosystem Dynamics presents research from a multidisciplinary team that conducted observational and modeling studies to investigate this contradiction. This timely and important contribution to the ocean sciences literature provides a comprehensive analysis of the Kuroshio.
Volume highlights include:
- New insights into the role of the Kuroshio as a nutrient stream
- The first interdisciplinary examination of the Kuroshio Paradox
- Reflections on the influence of the Kuroshio on Japanese culture
- Research results on both the lower and higher trophic levels in the Kuroshio ecosystem
- Comparisons of nutrient dynamics in the Kuroshio and Gulf Stream
- Predictions of ecosystem responses to future climate variability
The book, Kuroshio Current: Physical, Biogeochemical, and Ecosystem Dynamics (Geophysical Monograph Series) [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN#9781119428343 in Hardcover by may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.
Details
Format:
Hardcover
Publication Date:
07/02/2019
ISBN-13:
9781119428343
Pages:
336
Publisher:
Wiley
