Introducing Physical Geography - Softcover

Strahler, Alan H.; Strahler, Arthur N.

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9780471147138: Introducing Physical Geography

Synopsis

Put Yourself in the Picture with Our Visualization CD-ROM Studying geography is now easier than ever before with the help of the Visualization 2.0 CD-ROM. The upgraded version of this innovative software, included with this text, includes new animation and graphics that will greatly enhance your understanding of the material presented in the book. You'll be able to learn at your own pace, receive immediate feedback, and repeat demonstrations. The Visualization CD-ROM:
* Enables a better understanding of concepts and processes that are important in this course of study, such as the relationship of earth and sun, the development of storms, and the patterns of climate, soils and vegetation.
* Complements the textbook with animations and movies for key topics.
* Contains a gallery of over 300 captioned photos as well as over 300 illustrations taken from the text.
* Gives convenient access to many of the same drawings, diagrams, animations and movies that your instructor will use in the classroom.
With the purchase of this book, you'll also be given a password that provides free access to the On-Line Student Companion on the web. This comprehensive study guide lets you take practice quizzes and receive immediate results, run tutorials for selected topics and surf to other relevant web sites. By using the study guide and CD-ROM, you'll begin to understand the world in a whole new way!

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From the Publisher

Specifically designed not only to provide the essential science of physical geography and its component disciplines but also to optimize and reinforce learning by today's students. Features entirely new treatments of topics that are accessible and inviting. All map and line drawings have been styled to ensure that messages are clear, obvious and direct. Photographs offer an effective illustration of the relevant science concept. Includes chapter introductions, summaries and end-of-chapter review questions.

About the Author

Alan Strahler, Boston University

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9780471153894: Introducing Physical Geography

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ISBN 10:  0471153893 ISBN 13:  9780471153894
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
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