Geosystems An Introduction to Physical Geography

Name: Geosystems An Introduction to Physical Geography
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ISBN: 9780136005988

ISBN-10: 0136005985

ISBN-13: 9780136005988

Edition: 7th 2009

Authors: Robert W. Christopherson, Charles E. Thomsen

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Geosystems, 7/e fully defines physical geography by offering the latest science in an Earth systems organization. With its detailed remote sensing imagery, excellent cartography, and photography alongnbsp;side a student-friendly technology package,nbsp;thenbsp;book offers a one-of-a-kind study of Physical Geography.Using the latest in satellite imagery and current statistical information, this book covers such topics as: the energy-atmosphere system; the water, weather, and climate systems; the earth-atmosphere interface; and soils, ecosystems, and biomes. nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;

Book details

List price: $143.40
Edition: 7th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 2/11/2008
Binding: Mixed Media
Pages: 752
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 3.894
Language: English




Essentials of Geography



The Energy-Atmosphere System



Solar Energy to Earth and the Seasons



Earth s Modern Atmosphere



Atmosphere and Surface Energy Balances



Global Temperatures



Atmospheric and Oceanic Circulations



The Water, Weather, and Climate Systems



Water and Atmospheric Moisture



Weather



Water Resources



Global Climate Systems



The Earth-Atmosphere Interface



The Dynamic Planet



Tectonics, Earthquakes, and Volcanism



Weathering, Karst Landscapes, and Mass Movement



River Systems and Landforms



Eolian Processes and Arid Landscapes



The Oceans, Coastal Processes, and Landforms



Glacial and Periglacial Processes and Landforms



Soils, Ecosystems, and Biomes



The Geography of Soils



Ecosystem Essentials



Terrestrial Biomes



Earth and the Human Denominator