Inland Lakes Of Michigan: Michigan Geological And Biological Survey (1921) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437144208)

The book ""Inland Lakes of Michigan: Michigan Geological and Biological Survey (1921)"" by Irving Day Scott provides a comprehensive overview of the geological and biological aspects of the inland lakes in Michigan. The book was published in 1921 and is a valuable resource for those interested in the natural history of Michigan.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the geological features of the inland lakes in Michigan. It covers topics such as the origin of the lakes, the types of rocks and sediments found in the lake basins, and the physical characteristics of the lakes. The author also discusses the various methods used to study the lakes, including bathymetry, sediment analysis, and water chemistry.The second part of the book focuses on the biological aspects of the inland lakes. It covers topics such as the different types of plants and animals found in the lakes, the food webs and ecological relationships within the lakes, and the impact of human activities on the lake ecosystems. The author also discusses the various methods used to study the biological aspects of the lakes, including sampling techniques and laboratory analysis.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions of the various lakes in Michigan, including their physical and biological characteristics. He also provides numerous illustrations, maps, and charts to help readers better understand the information presented.Overall, ""Inland Lakes of Michigan: Michigan Geological and Biological Survey (1921)"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural history of Michigan. It provides a comprehensive overview of the geological and biological aspects of the inland lakes in the state and is a must-read for anyone interested in studying or preserving these important ecosystems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Irving Day Scott
ISBN-10: 1437144209
ISBN-13: 9781437144208
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 448
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.91d