Physical Processes In Earth And Environmental Sciences

Author : Mike R. Leeder
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1444311115
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physical Processes in Earth and Environmental Sciences written by Mike R. Leeder and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-04-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a sound introduction to the basic physicalprocesses that dominate the workings of the Earth, its atmosphereand hydrosphere. It systematically introduces the physicalprocesses involved in the Earth’s systems without assuming anadvanced physics or mathematical background. Offers an integrated approach to the study of earth, marine andatmospheric environmental sciences, reflecting current trends inundergraduate courses. Natural examples of physical processes, rather than abstractphysics and maths, are used throughout to illustrate the scientificprinciples involved. Artwork from the book is available to instructors online atwww.blackwellpublishing.com/leeder.

Author : Mike R. Leeder
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physical Processes in Earth and Environmental Sciences written by Mike R. Leeder and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Gerard V. Middleton
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521446693
Total Pages : 480 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mechanics in the Earth and Environmental Sciences written by Gerard V. Middleton and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1994-08-26 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The study of the Earth and the environment requires an understanding of the physical processes within and at the surface of the Earth. This book will allow the student to develop a broad working knowledge of mechanics and its application to the earth and environmental sciences. The mathematics are introduced at a level that assumes only an understanding of first-year calculus. The concepts are then developed to allow an understanding of the basic physics for a wide range of natural processes. These are illustrated by examples from many real situations, such as the application of the theory of flow through porous media to the study of groundwater, the viscosity of fluids to the flow of lava, and the theory of stress to the study of faults. The breadth of topics will allow students and professionals to gain an insight into the workings of many aspects of the Earth's systems.

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309150752
Total Pages : 172 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Understanding the Changing Planet written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2010-07-23 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the oceans to continental heartlands, human activities have altered the physical characteristics of Earth's surface. With Earth's population projected to peak at 8 to 12 billion people by 2050 and the additional stress of climate change, it is more important than ever to understand how and where these changes are happening. Innovation in the geographical sciences has the potential to advance knowledge of place-based environmental change, sustainability, and the impacts of a rapidly changing economy and society. Understanding the Changing Planet outlines eleven strategic directions to focus research and leverage new technologies to harness the potential that the geographical sciences offer.

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309073421
Total Pages : 203 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physics in a New Era written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2001-07-15 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Physics at the beginning of the twenty-first century has reached new levels of accomplishment and impact in a society and nation that are changing rapidly. Accomplishments have led us into the information age and fueled broad technological and economic development. The pace of discovery is quickening and stronger links with other fields such as the biological sciences are being developed. The intellectual reach has never been greater, and the questions being asked are more ambitious than ever before. Physics in a New Era is the final report of the NRC's six-volume decadal physics survey. The book reviews the frontiers of physics research, examines the role of physics in our society, and makes recommendations designed to strengthen physics and its ability to serve important needs such as national security, the economy, information technology, and education.

Author : Paweł Rowiński
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319177192
Total Pages : 629 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rivers – Physical, Fluvial and Environmental Processes written by Paweł Rowiński and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-07-02 with total page 629 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes the domain of research and investigation of physical, chemical and biological attributes of flowing water, and it deals with a cross-disciplinary field of study combining physical, geophysical, hydraulic, technological, environmental interests. It aims to equip engineers, geophysicists, managers working in water-related arenas as well as advanced students and researchers with the most up to date information available on the state of knowledge about rivers, particularly their physical, fluvial and environmental processes. Information from various but also interrelated areas available in one volume is the main benefit for potential readers. All chapters are prepared by leading experts from the leading research laboratories from all over the world.

Author : K. J. Gregory
Publisher : Westview Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Man And Environmental Processes written by K. J. Gregory and published by Westview Press. This book was released on 1979 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Peter Smithson
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135090114
Total Pages : 792 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fundamentals of the Physical Environment written by Peter Smithson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-09-05 with total page 792 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fundamentals of the Physical Environment has established itself as a well-respected core introductory book for students of physical geography and the environmental sciences. Taking a systems approach, it demonstrates how the various factors operating at Earth’s surface can and do interact, and how landscape can be used to decipher them. The nature of the earth, its atmosphere and its oceans, the main processes of geomorphology and key elements of ecosystems are also all explained. The final section on specific environments usefully sets in context the physical processes and human impacts. This fourth edition has been extensively revised to incorporate current thinking and knowledge and includes: a new section on the history and study of physical geography an updated and strengthened chapter on climate change (9) and a strengthened section on the work of the wind a revised chapter (15) on crysosphere systems - glaciers, ice and permafrost a new chapter (23) on the principles of environmental reconstruction a new joint chapter (24) on polar and alpine environments a key new joint chapter (28) on current environmental change and future environments new material on the Earth System and cycling of carbon and nutrients themed boxes highlighting processes, systems, applications, new developments and human impacts a support website at www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415395168 with discussion and essay questions, chapter summaries and extended case studies. Clearly written, well-structured and with over 450 informative colour diagrams and 150 colour photographs, this text provides students with the necessary grounding in fundamental processes whilst linking these to their impact on human society and their application to the science of the environment.

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309072549
Total Pages : 107 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Grand Challenges in Environmental Sciences written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2001-05-24 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scientists have long sought to unravel the fundamental mysteries of the land, life, water, and air that surround us. But as the consequences of humanity's impact on the planet become increasingly evident, governments are realizing the critical importance of understanding these environmental systemsâ€"and investing billions of dollars in research to do so. To identify high-priority environmental science projects, Grand Challenges in Environmental Sciences explores the most important areas of research for the next generation. The book's goal is not to list the world's biggest environmental problems. Rather it is to determine areas of opportunity thatâ€"with a concerted investmentâ€"could yield significant new findings. Nominations for environmental science's "grand" challenges were solicited from thousands of scientists worldwide. Based on their responses, eight major areas of focus were identifiedâ€"areas that offer the potential for a major scientific breakthrough of practical importance to humankind, and that are feasible if given major new funding. The book further pinpoints four areas for immediate action and investment.

Author : Vladimir Karev
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319777882
Total Pages : 382 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physical and Mathematical Modeling of Earth and Environment Processes written by Vladimir Karev and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-03-24 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the result of collaboration within the framework of the Third International Scientific School for Young Scientists held at the Ishlinskii Institute for Problems in Mechanics of Russian Academy of Sciences, 2017, November. The papers included describe studies on the dynamics of natural system – geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere—and their interactions, the human contribution to naturally occurring processes, laboratory modeling of earth and environment processes, and testing of new developed physical and mathematical models. The book particularly focuses on modeling in the field of oil and gas production as well as new alternative energy sources.