Environmental Conservation, (Hardcover)

Conservation is the act of preserving anything in its present state and preventing further degradation. The environment is constituted by all the factors present in our surroundings and ecological balance is the key to conserving it. However, due to increasing industrialization, population and interference with nature, many valued species have become extinct. There needs to be a balance between the exploitation and replenishment of resources. It must also be ensured that natural habitats do not suffer any further. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the theory and practice of environmental conservation. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of this discipline. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge. The book will serve as a resource guide for environmentalists, ecologists, conservationists, researchers and students alike.