A fast-track insight into lakes, from how they're formed to a hit list of 'extreme lakes' in unusual places. Packed with facts but not (ahem) a dry read. Sarah Barrell, National Geographic Traveller
Focusing on the diverse environments of Antarctica, this book explores the microbial communities inhabiting various habitats such as snow, ice, marine benthic zones, and more. It highlights the crucial role these microorganisms play in carbon, nutrient, and energy transfer within their ecosystems, particularly in extreme habitats where they dominate biological activity. The text delves into the chemical and physical characteristics of each environment and their impact on the structure and dynamics of microbial populations.