Biogeography of the Earth

Fundamentals of Biogeography and Ecology

• Biogeography and ecological systems
• Biogeographical realms
• Habitat occupation
  • Dig Deeper: Habitat Degradation and Human Activity

Energy Flow Through Ecosystems

• Energy capture and use
  • Photosynthesis
  • Respiration
  • Transpiration
• Biomass Productivity
• Trophic Levels and Food Chains

Ecology of Vegetation and Plant Succession

• Principal Adaptive Strategies of Vegetation
• Plant communities
• Principle of Limiting Factors
• Plant Succession

Review and Additional Online Resources

• Important Terms and Concepts
• Review Questions
• Self-Assessment Quiz