Biogeochemistry of Marine Dissolved Organic Matter 3rd Edition

Biogeochemistry of Marine Dissolved Organic Matter, 3rd Edition by Dennis A. Hansell and Craig A. Carlson

Discover the definitive, up-to-date resource on marine dissolved organic matter (DOM) that every ocean scientist, graduate student, and environmental manager should own. This 3rd Edition brings clarity to the complex roles DOM plays in ocean carbon cycling, nutrient dynamics, and ecosystem function—from coastal estuaries to the open and polar oceans.

Begin with a compelling synthesis of current knowledge: processes that produce, transform, and remove DOM; analytical advances that reveal its molecular diversity; and the connections between DOM and global biogeochemical cycles. Clear explanations of photochemical reactions, microbial processing, and DOM’s role in sequestering carbon make the science accessible without sacrificing technical rigor.

Practical and authoritative, the book summarizes measurement techniques, sampling strategies, and recent breakthroughs that guide field and laboratory work. Rich case studies and regional examples—spanning tropical seas, temperate coasts, and high-latitude waters—illustrate how DOM dynamics vary across the globe and why they matter for climate, fisheries, and water quality management.

If you’re conducting oceanographic research, developing biogeochemical models, or shaping coastal policy, this edition equips you with the conceptual frameworks and contemporary data needed to interpret DOM in environmental monitoring and climate studies. Expertly curated references and integrative perspectives make it an essential teaching text and a reliable reference for interdisciplinary teams.

Order the 3rd Edition and stay at the forefront of marine biogeochemistry—understand how dissolved organic matter drives ocean health and influences our planet’s carbon balance.

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