OCEANOGRAPHIC PROCESSES OF CORAL REEFS

OCEANOGRAPHIC PROCESSES OF CORAL REEFS Physical and Biological Links in the Great Barrier Reef © 2001 by CRC Press LLC OCEANOGRAPHIC PROCESSES OF CORAL REEFS Physical and Biological Links in the Great Barrier Reef Edited by Eric Wolanski, Ph.D., FTSE Australian Institute of Marine Science Townsville, Queensland, Australia CRC Press Boca Raton London New York Washington, D.C. © 2001 by CRC Press LLC Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Oceanographic processes of coral reefs : physical and biological links in the Great Barrier Reef / edited by Eric Wolanski. p. cm. Includes bibliographical references (p. ). ISBN 0-8493-0833-X (alk. paper) 1. Coral reef ecology--Australia--Great Barrier Reef (Qld.) 2. Coral reef biology--Australia--Great Barrier Reef (Qld.) 3. Oceanography--Australia--Great Barrier Reef (Qld.) 4. Great Barrier Reef (Qld.) I. Wolanski, Eric. QH197 .034 2000 577.7¢89476--dc21 00-048569 CIP This book contains information obtained from authentic and highly regarded sources. Reprinted material is quoted with permission, and sources are indicated. A wide variety of references are listed. Reasonable efforts have been made to publish reliable data and information, but the author and the publisher cannot assume responsibility for the validity of all materials or for the consequences of their use. The opinions expressed in this book are not necessarily those of the authors’institutions, the editor, or the publisher. Accuracy in calculations, figures, tables, names, quotations, references, etc. is the complete responsibility of the author(s) of individual invited papers. All papers were peer reviewed. Neither this book nor any part may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, microfilming, and recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without prior permission in writing from the publisher. All rights reserved. Authorization to photocopy items for internal or personal use, or the personal or inter-nal use of specific clients, may be granted by CRC Press LLC, provided that $.50 per page photocopied is paid directly to Copyright Clearance Center, 222 Rosewood Drive, Danvers, MA 01923 USA. The fee code for users of the Transactional Reporting Service is ISBN 0-8493-0833-X-0/01/$0.00+$.50. The fee is sub-ject to change without notice. For organizations that have been granted a photocopy license by the CCC, a separate system of payment has been arranged. The consent of CRC Press LLC does not extend to copying for general distribution, for promotion, for cre-ating new works, or for resale. Specific permission must be obtained in writing from CRC Press LLC for such copying. Direct all inquiries to CRC Press LLC, 2000 N.W. Corporate Blvd., Boca Raton, Florida 33431. Trademark Notice: Product or corporate names may be trademarks or registered trademarks, and are used only for identification and explanation, without intent to infringe. © 2001 by CRC Press LLC No claim to original U.S. Government works International Standard Book Number 0-8493-0833-X Library of Congress Card Number 00-048569 Printed in the United States of America 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Printed on acid-free paper © 2001 by CRC Press LLC Foreword I have maintained an on-going and deep interest in the Great Barrier Reef ever since I was involved in the establishment of the Australian Institute of Marine Science more than 25 years ago. This book contains important chapters dealing with different aspects of the functioning of the ecosystem in relation to the Great Barrier Reef and demonstrates the impact of human activities on the Great Barrier Reef. While progress is continually being made scientifically with our knowledge of the ecosystem, we should constantly have in mind how important it is to preserve and protect the Great Barrier Reef for future generations. There is a delicate balance, and the impact of variations in climate and pollution from such things as mud, fishing, runoff from clearing catchments, mining, etc. all need to be closely monitored. The current generation should not take unnecessary risks to satisfy economic imperatives if there is even the smallest chance of spoiling any part of this unique heritage. I commend this book for its comprehensive coverage of the links between phys-ical and biological processes in the Great Barrier Reef. I hope it will create construc-tive discussion and awareness of the potential pitfalls and possibilities for the region. The Right Honourable Malcolm Fraser, A.C., C.H. © 2001 by CRC Press LLC Dedication I dedicate this book to my sons, Philippe and Timothy, born and brought up on the shores of the Great Barrier Reef; I hope that something will remain for them to entrust to their children. Eric Wolanski © 2001 by CRC Press LLC ... - tailieumienphi.vn