Mangrove Systems and Environments

Tom Spencer; Iris Mӧller; Ruth Reef

doi:10.1016/B978-0-12-409548-9.10262-3

Mangrove Systems and Environments

Tom Spencer, Iris Mӧller, Ruth Reef

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Abstract

Geomorphological landforms and processes underpin the valuable ecological functions and ecosystem services performed by river-dominated, tide-dominated and interior mangrove forest systems. At the local scale, mangrove system morphodynamics are characterised by complex interactions between tidal channel flows and shallow-flooded vegetated surfaces, with wave energy dissipation across mangrove margins. Surface elevation change in mangroves reflects the balance between surface sedimentation processes and sub-surface processes and, exceptionally, responses to hurricane and tsunami impacts. Geomorphology has a role to play in assessments of mangrove status under anthropogenic pressures and in providing insights into trajectories for effective mangrove rehabilitation and restoration.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Reference Module in Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences
Place of Publication	Netherlands
Publisher	Elsevier
Number of pages	34
ISBN (Print)	9780124095489
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-409548-9.10262-3
Publication status	Published - 2016
Externally published	Yes

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