Oil Spills in Coral Reefs : Planning and Response Considerations

Summarizes research on coral reefs (CR) from the perspective of those who may need to make decisions about response in CR regions. Introduces CR ecology. Summarizes environ. impacts on CR from anthropogenic & natural causes, which are increasing at rapid rates. Reviews research on oil toxicity to CR & how to evaluate scientific studies that measure oil toxicity in labs or field settings. Discusses guidance for responding to spills in CR & considerations for open-water cleanup measures. Discusses the science of restoration of damaged CR, & presents data on recovery patterns & rates from a variety of impacts in CR habitats. Case studies. List of important web sites. Color photos.Hoff, Rebecca Z. is the author of 'Oil Spills in Coral Reefs : Planning and Response Considerations', published 2002 under ISBN 9780756723873 and ISBN 0756723876.