Ecophysiology and Ocean Acidification in Marine Mollusks

Ecophysiology and Ocean Acidification in Marine Mollusks: From Molecule to Behavior provides an extensive overview of the latest research on the various ecophysiological effects of ocean acidification on marine mollusks. This book synthesizes historical information and recent findings on the effects of environmental change, ocean warming, and acidification on key mollusk life-history processes. It also discusses the underlying mechanisms underpinning the effects of ocean warming and acidification. Written by internationally recognized experts in the field of marine biology, this book systematically examines the effects of ocean acidification on the reproduction, growth and development, physiological metabolism, immunity, and behavior of marine mollusks. The book concludes by discussing the implications of current research, acknowledging data limitations in the field, and proposing future research directions. Ocean Acidification and Marine Mollusks facilitates a better understanding of the potential impacts of ocean acidification on mollusks and the global aquaculture industry and inspires new thinking for future research practices. It is an indispensable resource for researchers, practitioners, undergraduate and graduate students, conservationists, and aquaculturists alike who are interested in marine environmental change, ecology, physiology, and marine biology. Describes the causes and consequences of ocean acidification in the marine environmentSummarizes our modern understanding of the impact of ocean acidification on the physiology and behavior of marine mollusksDiscusses the limitations of existing studiesProposes future research directions on ocean acidification and marine mollusks