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Principles of Marine Science - Hardcover

 
9781642657661: Principles of Marine Science

Synopsis

The latest addition to Salem Press’ Principles of Science series, Principles of Marine Science introduces readers to the fundamentals of oceanography using easy-to-understand language. Readers will get a solid start and deeper understanding of this complex subject that affects much of our lives on Earth, from climate, to pollution, to food supply. Entries provide in-depth examinations of more than 100 topics, many with illustrations, diagrams, and models. A wide variety of terms and concepts is covered in this volume, including: • Chemical Oceanography • Dead Zones • Limnology • Marine Conservation • Ocean Colonization • Paleoceanography • World Ocean Circulation Experiment • Coastal Sciences • Pollution. This resource will be a helpful tool for students and researchers who are just beginning their study of marine science and need a solid background of the key terms and elements in the field.

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