Marine Ecological Processes is a derivative of the Encyclopedia of Ocean Sciences, 2 nd Edition and serves as an important reference on current knowledge and expertise in one convenient and accessible source. The selected articles-all written by experts in their field-focus on ecosystem structure, ecological processes, and the forcing of these systems by external stresses, principally climate and fisheries related. Marine Ecological Processes serves as an ideal reference for topical research. References related articles on marine ecological processes to facilitate further research Richly illustrated with figures and tables that aid in understanding key concepts Includes an introductory overview of marine ecological processes and then explores each topic in detail, making it useful to experts and graduate-level researchers Topical arrangement makes it the perfect desk reference