Nutrient and heavy metal composition in select biotic and abiotic components of Varthur wetlands, Bangalore, India [PDF]
, 2020 T. V. Ramachandra +4 more
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Brazilian Journal of OceanographyThis study was conducted in the Itajaí-Açu river lower estuary in Southern Brazil, in which we aimed to: (1) analyze spatiotemporal variations on the macrofauna; (2) search for relationships between environmental variables and the assembly and (3 ...
Pedro Rocha Mattos +1 more
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Exploring agronomic diversity and disease tolerance in soybeans to combat Cowpea mild mottle virus [PDF]
Global Journal of Environmental Science and ManagementBACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The yield of soybeans is affected by the performance of agronomic traits and the presence of abiotic and biotic environmental stresses.
H. Kuswantoro +5 more
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The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.Abstract The Weberian apparatus is a hearing specialization unique to the otophysan fishes, and an unexpected degree of morphological variation exists in species of the Noturus catfishes. Our aim in this study is to investigate relationships between morphological variations and ecology that may drive this variation.
J. C. Hoeflich, Juan Liu
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Comparative utilization of phosphorus from sedimentary and igneous phosphate rock by major biotic components of aquatic ecosystem [PDF]
, 2007 Debajyoti Chakrabarty
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Archaeology in Oceania, EarlyView.ABSTRACT This paper examines ring trees—a type of culturally modified tree, intentionally created by Australian First Nations Aboriginal peoples by manipulating tree growth to form permanent loops (rings) within the structure. Historically, this site type has been underrepresented and underappreciated by academics and archaeologists.
Hannah Morris +3 more
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Influence of Disturbance on Soil Respiration in Biologically Crusted Soil during the Dry Season
The Scientific World Journal, 2013 Soil respiration (Rs) is a major pathway for carbon cycling and is a complex process involving abiotic and biotic factors. Biological soil crusts (BSCs) are a key biotic component of desert ecosystems worldwide.
Wei Feng +9 more
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Biotic components of dung beetles (Insecta: Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Scarabaeinae) from Pantanal – Cerrado Border and its implications for Chaco regionalization [PDF]
, 2015 Gimo M. Daniel +1 more
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Honey Bee Breeding and Breed: Advancements, Challenges, and Prospects
Animal Research and One Health, EarlyView.Our work clarifies concepts related to honey bee classification, reviews traditional and modern breeding techniques, explores advancements in molecular breeding, prospects gene‐editing tools, and advocates for integrated breeding strategies to ensure the long‐term sustainability and vitality of honey bee populations amid declining managed populations ...
Zheguang Lin +5 more
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Linking biodiversity and biotic interactions to ecosystem functioning
Journal of Sustainable Agriculture and EnvironmentBiodiversity is an essential component for ecosystem functioning and stability, with numerous biotic interactions and complementarity playing important roles. The complexity of these relationships can be seen in both above‐ and belowground ecosystems and
Ramesha H. Jayaramaiah +3 more
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