Foundations of Earth Science (4th Edition)
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This highly visual, non-technical survey emphasizes broad, up-to-date coverage of basic topics and principles in geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy, giving readers a sense of the observational techniques and reasoning processes that characterize the field of earth science. First-rate illustrations and a thoroughly revised narrative reflect the latest research and schools of thought. New introductory section explores the concept of Earth as a system composed of many interacting subsystems. Includes 100+ pieces of new or revised art, plus expanded discussions of minerals, stream erosion, causes of floods, landslides, glaciers, folds and faults, volcanic hazards, global warming, and severe storms. Also features n ew findings and revealing photos from the 2004 Spirit rover expedition. For anyone interested in learning more about earth science.
The publisher, Prentice-Hall Engineering/Science/Mathematics
An abbreviated version of the best-selling text, Earth Science, 7/E. This text offers a user-friendly overview of our physical environment, placing a particular emphasis on readability, with clear, example-driven explanations.
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Foundations of Earth Science (4th Edition)
Foundations of Earth Science (4th Edition),Frederick K Lutgens,Edward J. Tarbuck,Dennis Tasa,Prentice Hall,0131447505,Earth Sciences - General,Earth sciences,Science,Science/Mathematics,Science / Earth Sciences
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