Global Environmental Change: Past, Present, and Future [Paperback]

Karl K. Turekian (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 013303447X | ISBN-13: 978-0133034479 | Publication Date: January 11, 1996 | Edition: 1

Suitable as a primary text for a variety of introductory undergraduate courses including global environmental change or earth and human history found in departments of geology, geophysics, or earth science. Aimed for the non- science major, the text assumes a knowledge of high school chemistry or physics. Also suitable as a supplemental text in other courses.Using a chronological narrative to unravel the record of global environmental change, this text explores the full range of naturally-occurring and human-induced/affected environmental changes.

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Using a chronological narrative to unravel the record of global environmental change, this text explores the full range of naturally-occurring and human-induced/affected environmental changes.

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Key Benefit: Using a chronological narrative to unravel the record of global environmental change, this book explores the full range of naturally- occurring and human-induced/affected environmental changes. Key Topics: Considers global changes based on fundamental structure and behavior of Earth. Addresses natural catastrophes and human hazards — relates natural phenomena to human induced or affecting phenomena. Discusses atmospheric changes over time — highlighting current matters of global warming, acid rain, and ozone depletion.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (January 11, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 013303447X
• ISBN-13: 978-0133034479
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,515,817 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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