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Environmental Science 17th edition

Paperback by Miller, G. (President, Earth Education and Research); Miller, G. (President, Earth Education and Research); Spoolman, Scott (President, Earth Education and Research); Spoolman, Scott; Andrews-Brown, Danielle (Associate Professor, Virginia State University)

Environmental Science

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ISBN:
9780357976319
Publication Date:
13 Mar 2024
Edition/language:
17th edition / English
Publisher:
Cengage Learning, Inc
Imprint:
Brooks/Cole
Pages:
576 pages
Format:
Paperback
For delivery:
Estimated despatch 13 - 15 Aug 2026
Environmental Science

Description

Discover Miller/Spoolman/Andrews-Brown's ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, 17th Ed., and get inspired to care for the planet. Written in collaboration with National Geographic Learning, this edition equips you with the tools and knowledge to make a difference in today's environmental issues. Explore exclusive content featuring the important work of diverse National Geographic explorers and scientists, with vivid photos, maps and illustrations that are sure to bring course concepts to life. Focus on sustainability as you explore topics like natural capital, solutions, trade-offs and individual choices. Learn about nature, your role in it and how humanity can sustain its relationship with Earth. Be inspired to apply your knowledge and make a positive impact on the environment.

Contents

Part 1. HUMANS AND SUSTAINABILITY: AN OVERVIEW. 1. The Environment and Sustainability. Part II. ECOLOGY AND SUSTAINABILITY. 2. Science, Matter, Energy and Systems. 3. Ecosystems: What Are They and How Do They Work? 4. Biodiversity and Evolution. 5. Species Interactions, Ecological Succession and Population Control. 6. The Human Population and Urbanization. 7. Climate and Ecosystem Biodiversity. Part III. SUSTAINING BIODIVERSITY. 8. Sustaining Biodiversity: Saving Species. 9. Sustaining Biodiversity: Saving Ecosystems. Part IV. SUSTAINING RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY. 10. Food Production and the Environment. 11. Water Resources and Water Pollution. 12. Geology and Nonrenewable Mineral Resources. 13. Energy Resources. 14. Environmental Hazards and Human Health. 15. Air Pollution, Climate Change and Ozone Depletion. 16. Solid and Hazardous Waste. Part V. SUSTAINING HUMAN SOCIETIES. 17. Environmental Economics, Politics and Worldviews. Appendix A: United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Appendix B: Chemical Elements, Ions, and Compounds with Environmental Significance. Glossary. Index. Preface. About the Authors. From the Authors. Learning Skills.

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