Dictionary of Environmental Science (Facts on File Science Dictionary Series.)

Ashworth, William

ISBN 10: 0816023174 / ISBN 13: 9780816023172

Published by Facts On File Inc, 1991

About this Item

Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.

Seller Inventory # CHL10464700

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Dictionary of Environmental Science (Facts on File Science Dictionary Series.)
• Publisher: Facts On File Inc
• Publication Date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0816023174
• ISBN 13: 9780816023172
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Used; Good

About this title

Synopsis

The "Dictionary" reflects environmental science as a Renaissance field, collating the language of professionals in many different disciplines, including biology, meteorology, chemistry, microbiology, physics, social science, geology, medicine, engineering and economics. More than 3,000 definitions from "acid rain" to "zero population growth" cover all the scientific phenomena, government legislation, and environmental research the reader is likely to encounter. The entries cover all significant terms, events, individuals and organizations including alpha decay, ambient noise, asbestos, benzene, biomass, carcinogens, the Clear Air Act, cosmic rays, dioxin, ecosphere, Environmental Protection Agency, emission standards and much more. The book is designed for students, teachers, scientists and anyone wishing to research any term or subject related to environmental science.

Review

"...an essential reference work." - School Library Journal "...essential for most public and science libraries." - Library Journal "...very useful for undergraduate libraries." - CHOICE "...a valuable and inexpensive reference of great usefulness to anyone concerned about the environment. Recommended." - Wildlife Activist"