Environmental Science
.
7th Edition
Published on 25. January 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
672 pages
978-0-7637-0860-3 (ISBN)
Description
Completely updated, the new "Seventh Edition of Environmental Science" enlightens students on the fundamental causes of the current environmental crisis and offers ideas on how we, as a global community, can create a sustainable future. It's student-friendly, up-to-date coverage, newly revised critical thinking questions and integrated technology package, prompt students to think critically about the key principles of environmental science and sustainability.
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Edition
7th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Sudbury
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Weight
1389 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7637-0860-3 (9780763708603)
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04/2006
7th Edition
Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
€143.96
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Previous edition
Daniel D. Chiras
Environmental Science
Book
01/2009
8th Edition
Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
€72.07
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Person
Dan Chiras, Ph.D. is world-renown educator and author of 30 books on environmental science, natural resource conservation, sustainability, renewable energy, environmental education, and green building.' He has taught at the University of Colorado at Denver, University of Denver, University of Colorado in Boulder, University of Washington, and Colorado College. Dan has done pioneering work on critical thinking, sustainability, and the root causes of the environmental crisis. He has been involved in environmental issues since the 1970s.' Dr. Chiras is currently founder and director of The Evergreen Institute where he teaches classes on residential renewable energy and green building. Dr. Chiras lives in a state of the art green-built, solar- and wind-powered net zero energy home in Gerald, Missouri.
Content
Environmental Science, Seventh Edition Daniel D. Chiras, Colorado College Table of Contents Chapter 1: Environmental Science and Critical Thinking Chapter 2: Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development Chapter 3: Understanding the Root Causes of the Environmental Crisis Chapter 4: Principles of Ecology: How Ecosystems Work Chapter 5: Principles of Ecology: Biomes and Aquatic Life Zones Chapter 6: Principles of Ecology: Self-Sustaining Mechanisms in Ecosystems Chapter 7: Human Ecology: Our Changing Relationship with the Environment Chapter 8: Population: Measuring Growth and Its Impact Chapter 9: Stabilizing the Human Population: Strategies for Sustainability Chapter 10: Creating a Sustainable System of Agriculture to Feed the World's People Chapter 11: Preserving Biological Diversity Chapter 12: Grasslands, Forests, and Wilderness: Sustainable Management Strategies Chapter 13: Water Resources: Preserving Our Liquid Assets and Protecting Aquatic Ecosystems Chapter 14: Nonrenewable Energy Sources Chapter 15: Foundations of a Sustainable Energy System: Conservation and Renewable Energy Chapter 16: The Earth and Its Mineral Resources Chapter 17: Creating Sustainable Cities, Suburbs, and Towns: Principles and Practices of Sustainable Community Development Chapter 18: Principles of Toxicology and Risk Assessment Chapter 19: Air Pollution and Noise: Living and Working in a Healthy Environment Chapter 20: Global Air Pollution: Ozone Depletion, Acid Deposition, and Global Warming Chapter 21: Water Pollution: Sustainably Managing a Renewable Resource Chapter 22: Pest and Pesticides: Growing Crops Sustainably Chapter 23: Hazardous and Solid Wastes: Sustainable Solutions Chapter 24: Environmental Ethics: The Foundation of a Sustainable Society Chapter 25: Sustainable Economics: Understanding the Economy and Challenges Facing the Industrial Nations Chapter 26: Sustainable Economic Development: Challenges Facing the Developing Nations Chapter 27: Law, Government, and Society