Exploring Earth
Reed

For an introductory physical geology course taught at both two- and four-year schools.Exploring Earth takes an integrative, process approach to teaching physical geology by presenting the traditional breadth of topics using plate tectonics as a unifying theme. These highly respected researchers and teachers explore the science of geology with the reader via clear, comprehensible prose and an exceptional art program.NEW - New Chapter on geologic time. NEW - Modularized hazards and resources chapters-Linked clearly to the less "applied" body of the text. NEW - Streamlined plate tectonics coverage-Combines 4 chapters into two. NEW - New chapter on Earth's water. NEW - Quantitative problems-Adds/identifies one or more quantitative problems at the end of chapters. Real-world approach-Portrays Geology as a science that integrates Physics, Chemistry, and Biology within the context of a process organization that places these fundamental principles within a Geological framework. Unique process-oriented focus. Helps students gain a better understanding of how Earth works.Meticulously produced art program-Features many illustrative photos, maps and line drawings. Frequently, a single graphic is composed of both line art and photographs. Makes it easier for students to conceptualize material within the larger geologic process.Speed Bumps -Incorporates brief interim summaries throughout chapters, especially after discussion of important concepts. Allows students to pause, review, remember, and then continue their studies.Cross-references-Marked by an icon. Indicates where the referenced material was introduced or previously mentioned. Helps students build their understanding of the many connections within Earth's systems.Focus Boxes-Takes a closer, more in-depth look at interesting topics presented in a chapter, e.g., "Simulating Earth's Interior"; "The Eruption of Mount St. Helen's"; "Why is the Ocean Salty?"; and "The Ant arctic Ozone Hole." Living with Geology boxes-e.g., "Can Earthquakes be Controlled?"; "Acid Rain"; "Explosive Volcanic Eruptions: A Hazard to Aircraft"; and "Damming a Wild River." Helps students understand the environment and how it directly affects our lives.End-of-chapter materials-Each chapter concludes with "Questions for Review and Further Thought" and a list of suggested readings.

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Wydawnictwo: angielskie
Data wydania: b.d
Kategoria: Popularnonaukowe
ISBN: 978-0-13-018372-9
Liczba stron: 0