Essential Environment: Pearson New International Edition
The Science behind the Stories
4th Edition
Published on 1. November 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
480 pages
978-1-292-03919-0 (ISBN)
Description
Essential Environment: The Science behind the Stories, Fourth Edition engages students with integrated central case studies that provide students with a tangible framework for understanding science in a brief 18-chapter book. Jay Withgott and new co-author Matt Laposata present the latest coverage of environmental science and introduce new FAQ sections to address common student misconceptions.
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Edition
4th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Harlow
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 280 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
1014 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-292-03919-0 (9781292039190)
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New editions
Jay Withgott | Matthew Laposata
Environment: The Science behind the Stories, Global Edition
Book
01/2015
5th Edition
Pearson Education Limited
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Previous edition
Jay H. Withgott | Matthew Laposata
Essential Environment
The Science behind the Stories Plus Mastering Environmental Science with eText -- Access Card Package: Interna
Book
10/2011
4th Edition
Pearson
€114.08
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Content
I. FOUNDATIONS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
1. Science and Sustainability:An Introduction to Environmental Science
2. Environmental Systems: Chemistry, Energy, and Ecosystems
3. Evolution, Biodiversity, and Population Ecology
4. Species Interactions and Community Ecology
5. Environmental Economics and Environmental Policy
II. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND THE SEARCH FOR SOLUTIONS
6. Human Population
7. Soil, Agriculture, and the Future of Food
8. Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
9. Forests, Forest Management, and Protected Areas
10. Environmental Health and Toxicology
11. Geology, Minerals, and Mining
12. Fresh Water, Oceans, and Coasts
13. Atmospheric Science and Air Pollution
14. Global Climate Change
15. Nonrenewable Energy Sources, Their Impacts, and Energy Conservation
16. Renewable Energy Alternatives
17. Managing Our Waste
18. The Urban Environment: Creating Sustainable Cities.
Epilogue: Sustainable Solutions
1. Science and Sustainability:An Introduction to Environmental Science
2. Environmental Systems: Chemistry, Energy, and Ecosystems
3. Evolution, Biodiversity, and Population Ecology
4. Species Interactions and Community Ecology
5. Environmental Economics and Environmental Policy
II. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND THE SEARCH FOR SOLUTIONS
6. Human Population
7. Soil, Agriculture, and the Future of Food
8. Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
9. Forests, Forest Management, and Protected Areas
10. Environmental Health and Toxicology
11. Geology, Minerals, and Mining
12. Fresh Water, Oceans, and Coasts
13. Atmospheric Science and Air Pollution
14. Global Climate Change
15. Nonrenewable Energy Sources, Their Impacts, and Energy Conservation
16. Renewable Energy Alternatives
17. Managing Our Waste
18. The Urban Environment: Creating Sustainable Cities.
Epilogue: Sustainable Solutions