Environmental Science: Earth as a Living Planet

Daniel B. Botkin; Edward A. Keller

ISBN 10: 0471321737 / ISBN 13: 9780471321736

Published by Wiley, 1999

Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0471321737I3N00

Synopsis:

Human/societal development is often seen as negative. but here, the authors feel that some level of development is good. They offer students a scientific background in environmental science so that they can make their own decisions regarding issues of the environment.

From the Back Cover: The tools to help students make their own decisions about the environment Along with this text, students can choose from two supplements that will help them in their studies of environmental issues. These include: Take Note! Inside this convenient notebook, students will find a collection of figures, diagrams, and art that clearly illustrate key concepts featured in this text. Next to each figure, they′ll be able to take notes in the space provided during the class. Not only does this save time, but it also makes a great study aid for exams! Regional Casebooks Students can enhance their studies of environmental issues by examining the case studies featured in the Cascbooks available for Northeast, Central, Southeast, Western U.S. and Canada. each casebook contains real–world examples that illustrate the general concepts featured in this text, along with questions that help reinforce the material. Student Review Guide Chapters will have an overview, frequently asked questions, practice questions, and web links. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., places great value on the environment and is actively involved in efforts to preserve it. Currently, paper of high enough quality to reproduce full–color art effectively contains a maximum of 10% recovered and recycled post–consumer fiber. Whenever possible, Wiley uses paper containing the maximum amount of recycled fibers. In addition, the paper in this book was manufactured by a mill whose forest management programs include sustained yield harvesting of its timberlands. Sustained yield harvesting principles ensure that the number of trees cut each year does not exceed the amount of new growth. Total 10% Recycled Paper All Post–Consumer Waste

Bibliographic Details

Title: Environmental Science: Earth as a Living ...
Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: 1999
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Edition: 3rd Edition