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_aEnvironmental science / _cG.Tyler Miller, Scott E. Spoolman. |
| 250 | _a17th Edition | ||
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_a Mason, OH, _bNational Geographic Learning/Cengage, _c2025 |
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_axxix, 515 pages: _bcolor illustrations, color maps ; _c28 cm |
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| 500 | _aIncludes index. | ||
| 505 | _aPart I. Humans and sustainability: an overview. The environment and sustainability Part II. Ecology and sustainability. Science, matter, energy and systems ; Ecosystems: What are they and how do they work? ; Biodiversity and evolution ; Species interactions, ecological succession and population control ; The human population and urbanization ; Climate and biodiversity Part III. Sustaining biodiversity. Sustaining biodiversity: saving species ; Sustaining biodiversity: saving ecosystems Part IV. Sustaining resources and environmental quality. Food production and the environment ; Water resources and water pollution ; Geology and nonrenewable mineral resources ; Energy resources ; Environmental hazards and human health ; Air pollution, climate change and ozone depletion ; Solid and hazardous waste Part V. Sustaining human societies. Environmental economics, politics and worldviews Appendix A: United Nations sustainable development goals Appendix B: Chemical elements, ions, and compounds with environmental significance Glossary | ||
| 520 | _a"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."-- Provided by publisher | ||
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