Micropaleontology and its Applications

Book Details

• Authors: P.K. Kathal, Rajiv Nigam, & Abu Talib

• Publisher: Scientific Publishers

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition, 2017

• ISBN: 9789386652096

• Binding: Hard Bound

• Pages: 342

• Size: 7.40 x 9.40 x 0.75 inches

• Weight: 990 grams

About the Book

This book presents recent research in Micropaleontology, focusing on a wide range of studies in biostratigraphy, paleoecology, and isotopic research. It covers important foraminifera studies, discussing their role in biostratigraphy and paleoecology, as well as their use as bio-indicators in pollution studies.

The book covers a broad spectrum of studies, including:

• Taxonomy of Indo-Pacific assemblages of foraminifera.

• Research on the history of ocean bottom oxygenation and experimental studies.

• Radiolaria studies from the Antarctic Ocean.

• Microbialites and diatoms in the study of threats and conservation issues in salt lakes of Western Australia.

• Studies of Ostracoda from freshwater and marginal marine ecosystems of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

• Coralline-algae from late Eocene rocks of Meghalaya.

• Research on Zygnematalean algae across the Permian-Triassic boundary.

• Microstructures of egg-shells of vertebrates, highlighting paleobiological links across continents.

This comprehensive research will be particularly useful for postgraduate students studying Geology and researchers involved in Micropaleontology and related fields.

Key Features of the Book:

1. Comprehensive Research:
   Covers a wide range of studies from different ecosystems, highlighting the use of foraminifera, radiolaria, microbialites, and other micropaleontological subjects in environmental studies.

2. Global Perspective:
   Includes research from diverse ecosystems, including the Antarctic Ocean, Western Australia, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Meghalaya.

3. Educational Resource:
   Serves as an essential resource for postgraduate students and researchers specializing in micropaleontology, biostratigraphy, and paleoecology.

4. Advanced Studies:
   Addresses complex topics such as ocean bottom oxygenation, pollution bio-indicators, and paleobiological links across geological periods.

Target Audience:

• Postgraduate students studying Geology and Micropaleontology

• Researchers in paleoecology, biostratigraphy, and micropaleontology

• Academicians and scientists interested in environmental studies, geological research, and marine ecosystems