Terrestrial arthropods (insects, spiders, etc.) dominate the world in
numbers and extreme diversity. This book presents the combined views
of a physicist, a chemist, and a biologist on the fascinating
interactions of these organisms with the primary source of energy on
Earth, light. It describes the plethora of important phenomena
observed in different spectral ranges, from ultraviolet to visible to
mid-infrared. These phenomena, often unprecedented, occur at all
scales - macroscopic, microscopic, and nanoscopic. They are richly
illustrated with original and aesthetic high-quality images. The
descriptions and explanations are comprehensive for researchers and
students as well as entomologists and, in general, accessible to
anyone fascinated by the beauty and complexity of nature. More
detailed explanations are presented in appendices for ease of reading.
They may be omitted without affecting the general understanding of the
main text. Researchers and engineers will also find numerous avenues
for bioinspired developments in various fields such as energy,
environment, agriculture, and ecology.
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ISBN
9783031762246
Publisert
2026
Utgiver
Springer Nature
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Product language
Engelsk
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Digital bok
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