Basics of Environment
structure, function and processes, patterns of energy flow.
Biogeochemical cycles (Nitrogen, Carbon, Phosphorus), ecosystem metabolism,
ecosystem process (photosynthesis and respiration), trophic levels (food web
and chain) decomposition, ecosystem stability. Terrestrial ecosystems:
Biodiversity: Genetic, species, community and ecosystem diversity; biodiversity
uses, threats to biodiversity, biodiversity conservation.
by Dr. Nilanjana Das Chatterjee, Department of Geography , Vidyasagar University.