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Mathematical Models of Bioturbation

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Animal-Sediment Relations

Part of the book series: Topics in Geobiology ((TGBI,volume 100))

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The purpose of this chapter is to examine existing mathematical models of important chemical, physical, and biological effects of organisms on sediments. The objectives and nature of the models will be discussed, the mathematical solution techniques will be identified, and the advantages and disadvantages of each type of model will highlighted.

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    Michael J. S. Tevesz

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Matisoff, G. (1982). Mathematical Models of Bioturbation. In: McCall, P.L., Tevesz, M.J.S. (eds) Animal-Sediment Relations. Topics in Geobiology, vol 100. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4757-1317-6_7

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