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The Cabo Frio Upwelling System, Brazil
J.L. Valentin
7.1
Introduction . . . . . .
7.2
Climate and Hydrology
7.3
Biological Community
7.3.1
Plankton
7.3.2
Benthos
7.3.3
Nekton
References . . . .
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Baia de Guanabara, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil . .
B. Kjerfve, L.D. de Lacerda, and G.T.M. Dias
8.1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2
Geological Setting . . . . . . . . .
8.3
Bathymetry and Bottom Sediment
8.4
Climate and Weather
8.5
Runoff . . . . . . . .. . .. .. .
8.6
Tidal Variability . . . . . . . . . .
8.7
Salinity, Circulation and Flushing
8.8
Coastal Ecosystems . . .
8.9
Anthropogenic Impacts
References . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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9.1
9.2
9.3
9.3.1
9.3.2
9.3.3
9.3.4
The Lagoon Region and Estuary Ecosystem
of Cananeia, Brazil . . . . . . . . . . . .
J.G. Tundisi and T. Matsumura-Tundisi
Introduction
Environmental Setting
Biotic Components . .
Mangroves . . .. .. .
Plankton Community
Benthic Community .
Fish Fauna . .. . .. .
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9.4
Nutrient Cycles, Energy Flow, and Food Chains
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9.5
Sustainable Development and Management Needs
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References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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