Earth Science Made Simple
A Clear Introduction to the Science of Our Planet
1st Edition
Published on 28. April 2010
299 pages
978-0-307-43337-4 (ISBN)
Description
We see it every day, yet we understand so little about Earth. From minerals to meteorites, this book covers every aspect of the science of our world. It breaks this complex discipline into four major sections: geology, oceanography, meteorology, and planetary science, and it gives an overview of the processes of each. Complete with interactive experiments and a glossary, this book makes the study of our planet—and other planets— easier than ever.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
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Reflowable
Illustrations
illustrations
File size
4,13 MB
ISBN-13
978-0-307-43337-4 (9780307433374)
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Edward F. Albin | Frances Chamberlain
Earth Science Made Simple
A Clear Introduction to the Science of Our Planet
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11/2004
Bantam Books
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Person
EDWARD F. ALBIN, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of geology and astronomy at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA. His work at the Fernbank Science Center includes instruction in all areas of Earth science.
Content
- Intro
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Acknowledgments
- Contents
- Introduction
- Part 1 - Geology
- Chapter 1 - Minerals
- Chapter 2 - Rocks
- Chapter 3 - Plate Tectonics
- Chapter 4 - Geologic Processes
- Chapter 5 - Geologic Time
- Part 2 - Oceanography
- Chapter 6 - Ocean Composition and Layering
- Chapter 7 - Seafloor
- Chapter 8 - Shoreline
- Chapter 9 - Currents
- Chapter 10 - Waves and Tides
- Part 3 - Meteorology
- Chapter 11 - Atmospheric Composition and Layering
- Chapter 12 - Clouds
- Chapter 13 - Winds
- Chapter 14 - Storms
- Part 4 - Planetary Science
- Chapter 15 - Introduction to Planetary Science
- Chapter 16 - The Terrestrial Planets
- Chapter 17 - The Jovian Planets
- Chapter 18 - Asteroids, Comets, and Meteorites
- Glossary
- Copyright
