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description: This volume is a complete review and reference work for scientists engineers and students concerned with coral reefs in the Red Sea. It provides an up-to-date review on the geology ecology and physiology of coral reef ecosystems in the Red Sea including data from most recent molecular studies. The Red Sea harbours a set of unique ecological characteristics such as high temperature high alkalinity and high salinity in a quasi-isolated environment. This makes it a perfect laboratory to study and understand adaptation in regard to the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems. This book can be used as a general reference guide or textbook.
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title: Coral Reefs of the Red Sea
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