Environmental Geology Today/ (Record no. 45202)

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020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER
International Standard Book Number 9781449684877
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Language English
082 ## - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER
Edition number 23
Classification number 550
Item number MCC
100 ## - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME
Personal name Mcconnell, Robert L
245 ## - TITLE STATEMENT
Title Environmental Geology Today/
Statement of responsibility, etc BY Robert L McConnell & Daniel C.Abel,
260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. (IMPRINT)
Place of publication, distribution, etc Burlington :
Name of publisher, distributor, etc Jones and Bartlett Learning,
Date of publication, distribution, etc 2015.
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Extent xxiii, 820p. :
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General note A Fresh and Modern Exploration of Environmental GeologyDesigned for the undergraduate, introductory environmental geology course for majors and non-majors alike, Environmental Geology Today presents the core geological principles and explores the effects of humanity on the physical environment. Contemporary case studies throughout encourage students to use their critical thinking skills to dissect the subject matter as part of their overall analysis. The numerous case studies are drawn from topical current events that relate to the chapter material and contain numerical data. Using simple math, graphing, and critical thinking, the authors challenge students to analyze aspects of the data, honing their basic math and analytical skills. With a focus on teaching students to think critically about our environment, Environmental Geology Today is a fresh and modern exploration of this ever-evolving field.Key Features:-Fosters students' development of analytical and critical thinking skills through the use of numerous contemporary case studies designed to engage students in the material and maintain their interest.-Math is introduced in a non-threatening, step-by-step manner, allowing students to identify their own errors early in the process, thereby gradually building confidence in their own mathematical abilities.-Covers the core undergraduate introductory environmental geology topics, including earthquakes, population growth, floods and other coastal hazards, land use, natural resources, and more.-Features global, national, and regional issues, but also shows students how to retrieve and use information to address critical local issues like population growth and development, air and water pollution, land use and waste disposal.
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Topical term or geographic name as entry element environmental science, geology, natural resources, geohazards, environmental pollution, waste management, sustainability, climate change, and soil science; these terms cover the core aspects of the field. Additionally, more specific keywords like earthquakes, volcanoes, groundwater, coastal hazards
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Department Name Geology
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Personal name Abel, Daniel C
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    Dewey Decimal Classification     Non-fiction CUTN Central Library CUTN Central Library Sciences 20/08/2025   550 MCC 51459 20/08/2025 20/08/2025 General Books