The earth
About this book
To understand timely issues such as natural disasters and environmental challenges-- and to evaluate solutions to related problems-- the average citizen needs a basic awareness of the scientific principles that influence our planet. This trusted book makes an often-complex subject accessible to readers with a strong focus on readability and illustrations. Offers a meaningful, non-technical survey that is informative and up to date for learning basic principles and concepts. Updates and revises art and illustrations to include dozens of new high-quality, photographs carefully selected to aid understanding and add realism. Provides a wealth of new special-interest boxes, including "Earth as a System," "People and the Environment," and "Understanding Earth." A useful reference for anyone interested in learning more about Earth's geology.
Subjects
- earth (planet)
- earth science
- étude et enseignement
- geologi
- géologie
- geology
- geology, laboratory manuals
- geology & the lithosphere
- geowissenschaften
- long now manual for civilization
- physical geography
- physical geology
- problèmes et exercices
- problems, exercises
- science/mathematics
- study and teaching
- textbooks