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Introducing Physical Geography 6th edition


Introducing Physical Geography 6th edition

Paperback by Strahler, Alan H. (Boston University)

Introducing Physical Geography

£176.95

ISBN:
9781118396209
Publication Date:
16 Aug 2013
Edition/language:
6th edition / English
Publisher:
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Pages:
672 pages
Format:
Paperback
For delivery:
Estimated despatch 13 May 2024
Introducing Physical Geography

Description

Introducing Physical Geography, 6th Edition is known for its clear writing, distinctive photos and illustrations and a strong supplements program. The text continues its tradition as a great book to help non-science readers visualize and understand earth processes and learn the basic language of physical geography. The new edition features a strengthened "Eye on Global Change" coverage and coverage of the geographers tool box.

Contents

Intro Pt 1: Introducing Physical Geography Intro Pt 2: Tools of Physical Geography Chapter 1 The Earth as a Rotating Planet Chapter 2 The Earth's Global Energy Balance Chapter 3 Air Temperature Chapter 4 Atmospheric Moisture and Precipitation Chapter 5 Winds and the Global Circulation Chapter 6 Weather Systems Chapter 7 Global Climates Chapter 8 Biogeographic Processes Chapter 9 Global Biogeography Chapter 10 Global Soils Chapter 11 Earth from Inside Out Chapter 12 Plate Tectonics, Earthquakes, and Volcanoes Chapter 13 Weathering and Mass Wasting Chapter 14 Fresh Water of the Continents Chapter 15 Landforms Made by Running Water Chapter 16 Landforms Made by Waves and Wind Chapter 17 Glacial Landforms and the Ice Age App 1 Climate Definitions and Boundaries App 2 Conversion Factors App 3 Topographic Map Symbols

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