An Introduction to the Chemistry of the Sea - Hardcover

Pilson, Michael E. Q.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521887070 ISBN 13: 9780521887076

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2013

Synopsis

Fully updated and expanded, this new edition provides students with an accessible introduction to marine chemistry. It highlights geochemical interactions between the ocean, solid earth, atmosphere and climate, enabling students to appreciate the interconnectedness of Earth's processes and systems and elucidates the huge variations in the oceans' chemical environment, from surface waters to deep water. Written in a clear, engaging way, the book provides students in oceanography, marine chemistry and biogeochemistry with the fundamental tools they need for a strong understanding of ocean chemistry. Appendices present information on seawater properties, key equations and constants for calculating oceanographic processes. New to this edition are end-of-chapter problems for students to put theory into practice, summaries to allow easy review of material and a comprehensive glossary. Supporting online resources include solutions to problems and figures from the book.

About this title

Book Description:

Providing an engaging introduction to marine chemistry, this book highlights the ocean's geochemical interactions with the solid earth and atmosphere. With new end-of-chapter problems and summaries, plus appendices listing key properties, equations and constants for calculating oceanographic processes, this new edition provides the fundamental tools for students of oceanography.

From the Back Cover:

Assuming no advanced knowledge of any single science, this clear survey/teaching book provides a background for most students of marine science as well as a general base from which the professional marine chemist can progress into specialized studies. It highlights the interrelationships that exist among the various marine processes, emphasizing the chemistry of seawater as a common link, and provides comprehensive coverage of the carbon dioxide system and its role in most areas of marine science.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0521887070
• ISBN 13: 9780521887076
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 533