Climates and Weather Explained [With CDROM] Contributor(s): Geerts, Bart (Author), Linacre, Edward (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415125197 ISBN-13: 9780415125192 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $277.20 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 1997 Annotation: "Climates and Weather Explained" integrates climatology and meteorology to present a comprehensive introduction to the study of the atmosphere. Clear explanations of basic principles, concepts and processes are supported by a wealth of highly informative illustrations and an array of case studies. The authors of this innovative textbook/CD package offer valuable new insights into topical environmental concerns including climate change, global warming, hazards, sustainable population, environmental degradation, agriculture and drought. Providing resources for practical work and more advanced study, the CD-ROM features: over 170 extra scientific "Notes," with 60 additional illustrations and tables; interactive numerical, multiple choice and practical exercises and self-assessment tests; extended guides to further reading; extended glossary; teaching suggestions and guides; hypertext presentation and extensive cross-referencing; clear navigation, print-out and download options. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Earth Sciences - Geography - Science | Earth Sciences - Meteorology & Climatology - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) |
Dewey: 551.5 |
LCCN: 96013601 |
Lexile Measure: 1470 |
Physical Information: 1.4" H x 7.75" W x 10" (2.87 lbs) 450 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Climates and Weather Explained is a comprehensive introduction to the study of the atmosphere integrating climatology and meteorology. Clear explanations of basic principles, concepts and processes are supported by a wealth of highly informative illustrations and a vast array of case studies demonstrating the relevance of weather and climate to everyday life. Focusing particularly on the Southern hemisphere the authors provide fresh insights into topical environmental concerns from global warming and natural hazards to sustainable global population. |