Earth Science and the Environment - Hardcover
Two well-known geologists bring considerable writing experience and professional expertise to this introductory text that strongly emphasizes the environmental aspect of earth science. Full-color art by famed scientific illustrator George Kelvin adds clarity and visual appeal. Additionally, the active and changing nature of earth science is emphasized. Features: * 1995 Version incorporates latest information on Big Bang, 1994 southern California earthquake, 1993 Mid-West floods, and Exxon Valdez proceedings. * Updated "Earth Science and the Environment" boxes highlight high-interest environmental themes such as the ozone layer, radon, and energy strategies for the United States. * A discussion of air pollution in Chapter 18 enlightens students about this crucial environment concern. * Thorough discussion of internal processes/plate tectonics before surface processes focuses on earth as an influence on the activities of the earth. * A separate Chapter on geographic resources reinforces the autors' commitment to current environmental issues. * Two separate chapters on rocks and minerals emphasize their importance as the framework for earth science and increase student understanding. * "Focus On" boxes take an in-depth look at interesting topics in earth science, such as earthquakes in the central and eastern United States. "Memory Device" boxes provide word origins to aid in memorization of key words. * End-of chapter pedagogy now asks students questiond about drawings, maps, and diagrams in each chapter.
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About the Author:
Gray Thompson is Professor of Geology at The University of Montana where he teaches Introductory Geology, Mineralogy, Summer Field Mapping, and graduate courses in Clay Mineralogy and Shale Petrology. He has published over 20 research papers in international journals, mostly co-authored with his students. He is also a mountaineer and professional guide with first ascents, many with Jon Turk, of peaks and routes in the Rocky Mountains, Alaska, the Yukon, Baffin Island, the Alps, the Karakoram, and the Himalayas. He has authored many articles published in international climbing magazines and journals, and has been the subject of other articles in these publications. Many of the photographs in his texts were taken by Thompson and Turk on their climbing trips and expeditions over the last eighteen years.
Review:
"It is fluid and fun to read... Even I learned a few things here and there. I find principles such as radiometric decay well-explained... This is a good textbook, generally well written for its purpose, and very well illustrated. The content is comprehensive, and can be used for either a one- or two-semester course... I think your two authors are to be congratulated on a fine job of putting this much material together, and I am looking forward to seeing the finished product."
"I like the plain language and presentation in this manuscript... The writers convey a tone of being interested in the way these concepts explain the real world and help us understand environmental issues."
"Overall I am very pleased with the presentation of the material. The enthusiasm of the writer(s) comes through."
"The writing style is very good. It is clear and readable without being dry."
"I like the plain language and presentation in this manuscript... The writers convey a tone of being interested in the way these concepts explain the real world and help us understand environmental issues."
"Overall I am very pleased with the presentation of the material. The enthusiasm of the writer(s) comes through."
"The writing style is very good. It is clear and readable without being dry."
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- PublisherBrooks Cole
- ISBN 10 0495391417
- ISBN 13 9780495391418
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number5
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