Introductory oceanography - Hardcover

Thurman, Harold V.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 067508699X ISBN 13: 9780675086998

Publisher: Charles E. Merrill Pub. Co., 1975

Synopsis

Book by Thurman, Harold V

About this title

From the Publisher

A popular introduction to the study of the world's oceans that provides a straightforward and comprehensive presentation of the subject. It covers fundamental topics such as the origins of marine life, the physical properties of the oceans, and the chemistry of water. The book approaches marine biology from an environmental perspective rather than a taxomonic one.

From the Back Cover

TAKEN AS A WHOLE, EARTH'S OCEANS COMPRISE ONE OF ITS LARGEST INTERACTING, INTERRELATED, AND INTERDEPENDENT SYSTEMS. As humans continue to impact Earth systems, it is important to understand not only how the oceans operate, but also how the oceans interact with Earth's other systems, such as the atmosphere, biosphere, and hydrosphere. Introductory Oceanography, Tenth Edition, is designed to introduce the non-science student to perhaps this most integrated of all physical sciences through clear explanations, abundant illustrations, and compelling, relevant examples and applications.

New to this edition:

• Students Sometimes Ask: Common (often entertaining) questions, with answers.
• New word etymons, which help demistify scientific jargon.
• Coverage of the most recent discoveries in oceanography, profiled in over 30 new feature boxes.
• Over 100 new photos and illustrations.
• New appendix: Careers in Oceanography.

Edition details

• Publisher: Charles E. Merrill Pub. Co.
• Publication date: 1975
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 067508699X
• ISBN 13: 9780675086998
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: B/w Photos Illustrations