Life at Extremes

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Life at Extremes is written by Elanor Bell and published by CABI. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1845938143 (ISBN 10) and 9781845938147 (ISBN 13).

From arid deserts to icy poles, outer space to the depths of the sea, this exciting new work studies the remarkable life forms that have made these inhospitable environments their home. Covering not only micro-organisms, but also higher plants and animals such as worms, fish and polar plants, this book details the ecological, biological and biogeochemical challenges these organisms face and unifying themes between environments. Equally useful for the expert, student and casual scientific reader, this book also explores the impact of climate change, rapid seasonal changes and pollution on these extraordinary creatures.