Geosystems
An Introduction to Physical Geography
9th Edition
Published on 27. August 2014
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Hardback
688 pages
978-0-321-92698-2 (ISBN)
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For Introductory Physical Geography Courses
Among the most highly regarded in physical geography, Robert Christopherson's best-selling texts are known for their meticulous attention to detail, currency, accuracy, and rich integration of climate change science. Geosystems: An Introduction to Physical Geography, Ninth Edition is uniquely organized to present Earth systems topics as they naturally occur: atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. This interconnected and organic systems-based approach is highlighted in the strong pedagogical tools, structured learning path, and up-to-date information found in the text. This new edition presents bold new features that cultivate an active learning environment both in and outside the classroom.The Ninth Edition is available with MasteringGeography (TM) , the most effective and widely used online tutorial, homework, and assessment system for the sciences.
This program will provide an interactive and engaging learning experience for you. Here's how:
Personalize learning with MasteringGeography: MasteringGeography provides students with engaging and interactive experiences that coach them through introductory physical geography with specific wrong-answer feedback, hints, and a wide variety of educationally effective content.
Leverage strong pedagogical tools and a structured active learning path: The text reinforces central hallmark physical geography themes of Earth systems, human-Earth relations, and global climate change by providing a consistent framework for mastering chapter concepts.?
Teach with current and relevant content. An emphasis on currency provides you with compelling reasons for learning physical geography.?
Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MasteringGeography does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MasteringGeography search for ISBN-10: 0321948882 /ISBN-13: 9780321948885. That package includes ISBN-10: 0321926986 /ISBN-13: 9780321926982 and ISBN-10: 0321948408 /ISBN-13: 9780321948403.
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For Introductory Physical Geography Courses
Among the most highly regarded in physical geography, Robert Christopherson's best-selling texts are known for their meticulous attention to detail, currency, accuracy, and rich integration of climate change science. Geosystems: An Introduction to Physical Geography, Ninth Edition is uniquely organized to present Earth systems topics as they naturally occur: atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. This interconnected and organic systems-based approach is highlighted in the strong pedagogical tools, structured learning path, and up-to-date information found in the text. This new edition presents bold new features that cultivate an active learning environment both in and outside the classroom.The Ninth Edition is available with MasteringGeography (TM) , the most effective and widely used online tutorial, homework, and assessment system for the sciences.
This program will provide an interactive and engaging learning experience for you. Here's how:
Personalize learning with MasteringGeography: MasteringGeography provides students with engaging and interactive experiences that coach them through introductory physical geography with specific wrong-answer feedback, hints, and a wide variety of educationally effective content.
Leverage strong pedagogical tools and a structured active learning path: The text reinforces central hallmark physical geography themes of Earth systems, human-Earth relations, and global climate change by providing a consistent framework for mastering chapter concepts.?
Teach with current and relevant content. An emphasis on currency provides you with compelling reasons for learning physical geography.?
Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MasteringGeography does not come packaged with this content. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MasteringGeography search for ISBN-10: 0321948882 /ISBN-13: 9780321948885. That package includes ISBN-10: 0321926986 /ISBN-13: 9780321926982 and ISBN-10: 0321948408 /ISBN-13: 9780321948403.
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MasteringGeography is not a self-paced technology and should only be purchased when required by an instructor.?
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Robert W. Christopherson is Professor Emeritus of Geography, having taught 30 years at American River College, and is the author of the leading physical geography texts in the US and Canada.
He attended Cal State University-Chico, and Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. His first textbook was published in 1992. His textbooks have received several national textbook awards. Also, he was recognized for excellence in teaching with the 1999 "Distinguished Teaching Achievement Award" from the National Council for Geographic Education and the "Outstanding Educator Award" from the California Geographical Society. He was selected by American River College students as "Teacher of the Year" and received the "ARC Patrons Award" for teaching. In 2009 he was elected to the Textbook and Authors Association prestigious Council of Fellows. He has spoken across the US and Canada to hundreds of colleges, groups, and at professional meetings. Robert was a key member of the Editorial Board for Goode's World Atlas, 22/E, published by Rand McNally.
Robert and his nature photographer wife, Bobbe Christopherson, completed eleven scientific expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic regions since 2003. They returned May 2 from Antarctica and an expedition northward across the Atlantic Ocean to Cape Verde Islands off the coast of Africa. On these trips they gather materials for Christopherson's physical geography textbooks.
He attended Cal State University-Chico, and Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. His first textbook was published in 1992. His textbooks have received several national textbook awards. Also, he was recognized for excellence in teaching with the 1999 "Distinguished Teaching Achievement Award" from the National Council for Geographic Education and the "Outstanding Educator Award" from the California Geographical Society. He was selected by American River College students as "Teacher of the Year" and received the "ARC Patrons Award" for teaching. In 2009 he was elected to the Textbook and Authors Association prestigious Council of Fellows. He has spoken across the US and Canada to hundreds of colleges, groups, and at professional meetings. Robert was a key member of the Editorial Board for Goode's World Atlas, 22/E, published by Rand McNally.
Robert and his nature photographer wife, Bobbe Christopherson, completed eleven scientific expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic regions since 2003. They returned May 2 from Antarctica and an expedition northward across the Atlantic Ocean to Cape Verde Islands off the coast of Africa. On these trips they gather materials for Christopherson's physical geography textbooks.
Content
1. Essentials of Geography
PART I
The Energy-Atmosphere System
2. Solar Energy to Earth and the Seasons
3. Earth's Modern Atmosphere
4. Atmosphere and Surface Energy Balances
5. Global Temperatures
6. Atmospheric and Oceanic Circulations
PART II
The Water, Weather, and Climate Systems
7. Water and Atmospheric Moisture
8. Weather
9. Water Resources
10. Global Climate Systems
11. Global Climate Change
PART III
The Earth-Atmosphere Interface
12. The Dynamic Planet
13. Tectonics, Earthquakes, and Volcanism
14. Weathering, Karst Landscapes, and Mass Movement
15. River Systems
16. Oceans, Coastal Systems, and Wind Processes
17. Glacial and Periglacial Landscapes
PART IV
Soils, Ecosystems, and Biomes
18. The Geography of Soil
19. Ecosystem Essentials
20. Terrestrial Biomes
Appendix A Maps in this Text and Topographic Maps
Appendix B The Koppen Climate Classification System
Appendix C Common Conversions
PART I
The Energy-Atmosphere System
2. Solar Energy to Earth and the Seasons
3. Earth's Modern Atmosphere
4. Atmosphere and Surface Energy Balances
5. Global Temperatures
6. Atmospheric and Oceanic Circulations
PART II
The Water, Weather, and Climate Systems
7. Water and Atmospheric Moisture
8. Weather
9. Water Resources
10. Global Climate Systems
11. Global Climate Change
PART III
The Earth-Atmosphere Interface
12. The Dynamic Planet
13. Tectonics, Earthquakes, and Volcanism
14. Weathering, Karst Landscapes, and Mass Movement
15. River Systems
16. Oceans, Coastal Systems, and Wind Processes
17. Glacial and Periglacial Landscapes
PART IV
Soils, Ecosystems, and Biomes
18. The Geography of Soil
19. Ecosystem Essentials
20. Terrestrial Biomes
Appendix A Maps in this Text and Topographic Maps
Appendix B The Koppen Climate Classification System
Appendix C Common Conversions