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The Cambridge handbook of Earth science data

By Henderson P. , Henderson G.

Book information

Publisher
CUP
Year
2009
ISBN
0521693179, 9780521693172
LCC
QE26.3 H45 2009
Open Library ID
OL10436568M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
1 MB (1324003 bytes)
Pages
286\286
Topic
Physics
Library
Kolxo3
Time added
2011-07-22 07:35:22
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Description

This handbook presents an indispensable compilation of fundamental facts and figures about the Earth. It brings together reliable physical, chemical, biological and historical data in a series of 145 easy to read tables, supplemented by maps, charts and color plates. Eleven sections cover topics spanning the Earth's geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere, with one section focusing on other bodies in the Solar System. Full references for the original data sources are provided to enable users to access further detail, and the appendix provides practical information on units and conversion factors. Compact and easy to use, this handy book provides a time-saving first point of reference for researchers, students and practitioners in the Earth and Environmental Sciences. It allows scientists easy access to basic information on topics outside their specialization, and is also a convenient resource for non-scientists such as economists, policy makers and journalists.

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