Oceanography

Name: Oceanography
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ISBN: 9780132401227

ISBN-10: 0132401223

ISBN-13: 9780132401227

Edition: 9th 2008 (Revised)

Authors: Alan P. Trujillo, Harold V. Thurman

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"How do the oceans work?" To help readers find the answers, Trujillo and Thurman presentnbsp;in-depth and rigorous discussions of oceanographic concepts and demystify the science for the layperson.Highlights the interdisciplinary relationship between oceanographic phenomena and how those phenomena affect other Earth systems. Incorporates scientific information from geology, chemistry, physics, and biology to illustrate how each of these disciplines relates to the ocean. Updates content throughout to include some of the most recent developments in oceanography, such as the recent Indian Ocean tsunamis and Hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma.A readable, informative reference for anyone…

Book details

List price: $135.80
Edition: 9th
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 1/22/2007
Binding: Mixed Media
Pages: 576
Size: 10.00" wide x 11.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 2.992
Language: English



Introduction



What Is Oceanography?



How Are Earths Oceans Unique?



What Is Rational Use of Technology?



Introduction to Planet ""Earth""



How Many Oceans Exist On Earth?


The Four Principal Oceans, Plus One The Seven Seas?


Comparing the Oceans to the Continents



How Was Early Exploration of the Oceans Achieved?


Early History


The Middle Ages


The Age of Discovery in Europe


The Beginning of Voyaging for Science History of OceanographyTo Be Continued



What Is the Nature of Sci