Investigating Oceanography (WCB GEOLOGY) - Softcover

Sverdrup, Keith A.; Kudela, Raphael M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0078022932 ISBN 13: 9780078022937

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 2016

Synopsis

This introductory oceanography text is intended to teach students the tremendous influence oceans have on our lives. They are encouraged to look at oceanography as a cohesive and united discipline rather than a collection of subjects gathered under a marine umbrella. Investigating Oceanography teaches students about the historical, geological, physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the ocean environment using remarkable images and photos. The authors have incorporated essays written by several scientists discussing topics in their fields of specialization. In addition to understanding processes and principles, the authors believe students must have a basic command of the language of marine science in order to understand the constant barrage of information concerning our planet and marine issues. By the end of this course, the authors want students to be prepared for future environmental discussions and the ability to make decisions as informed global citizens.

About this title

About the Author:

Keith Sverdrup is a professor at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 0078022932
• ISBN 13: 9780078022937
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 512