Environmental Science (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781284057058)

A Thoroughly Revised and Updated Edition of an Acclaimed Environmental Science Text Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools. Designed for the undergraduate, introductory environmental science course, the thoroughly updated and redesigned tenth edition of Environmental Science continues to present a comprehensive, student-friendly introduction to contemporary environmental issues with an emphasis on sustainable solutions that meet social, economic, and environmental goals. This acclaimed book is the only text that explores the underlying causes of environmental problems and root-level solutions and presents both sides of many critical issues. Thought-provoking features throughout, including Critical Thinking Exercises, Key Concept and Spotlight on Sustainability boxes, Go Green tips, and Point/Counterpoint debates, along with the updated statistics and data of key issues, encourage readers to become much deeper and more critical thinkers. Current and highly relevant, the Tenth Edition discusses the challenges of the growing human population and resource depletion and solutions that address these issues in a sustainable manner. The book also discusses nonrenewable and renewable energy options and their pros and cons, and provides expanded coverage of local, regional, national, and global environmental issues and sustainable solutions. This comprehensive text includes updated coverage of environmental economics, ecology, and the application of science and technology to environmental concerns. With a strong focus on sustainability and critical thinking, a topic the author introduced to the environmental science market, Environmental Science, Tenth Edition is an essential resource for students to understand the impact they have on the environment and ways that they can help solve them. An updated design and rich pedagogy assist in concept retention and comprehension All statistics and data have been updated to offer the most current scientific research Emphasizes sustainable solutions to local, regional, national, and global environmental issues with the goal of creating lasting solutions to all environmental problems Provides in-depth coverage of all topics to allow students to analyze environmental issues objectively and think critically about solutions Includes expanded discussions of contemporary environmental issues, including mountaintop removal, global climate change, solar and wind energy, species extinction, world energy demand and peak oil, acid deposition, and the progress in adoption of renewable energy. Every new print copy includes access to Navigate 2 Advantage. Learning and study tools incorporated in Navigate Advantage include, study quizzes, interactive flashcards and glossary, Weblinks to additional information discussed in the text, and additional activities and links to further explore environmental science. Furthermore, students have access to the complete eBook with embedded, interactive activities and exercises to help gauge their comprehension. Instructor resources include an Image Bank, Lecture slides in PowerPoint format, Test Bank, and an Instructor's Manual Courses include: Introduction to Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environment and Man, Environment & Society, Human Impact on the Environment, Resources and Environment, and Sustainable Development. (c) 2016 708 pages

Author: Daniel D. Chiras
ISBN-10: 1284057054
ISBN-13: 9781284057058
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Language: English
Published: 09/12/2014
Pages: 708
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.95lbs
Size: 10.80h x 8.50w x 0.90d