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Physical Processes in Earth and Environmental Sciences

By Mike R. Leeder , Marta Pérez-Arlucea

Book information

Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Year
2006
ISBN
1405101733, 9781405101738
LCC
QE501 .L345 2006
Open Library ID
OL3403318M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
19 MB (20218873 bytes)
Edition
illustrated edition
Pages
337\337
Topic
Physics Geophysics
Scanned
yes
Time added
2010-05-31 15:29:46
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Description

This book provides a sound introduction to the basic physical processes that dominate the workings of the Earth, its atmosphere and hydrosphere. It systematically introduces the physical processes involved in the Earth’s systems without assuming an advanced physics or mathematical background. Physical Processes in Earth and Environmental Sciences provides an integrated approach to the study of earth, marine and atmospheric environmental sciences, reflecting current trends in undergraduate courses. The text considers the various Earth systems through a basic account of general physical properties, kinematics, forces and dynamics that cause flow transport and deformation. Natural examples of physical processes, rather than abstract physics and maths, are used throughout to illustrate the scientific principles involved. This important book will be an essential reference for undergraduate students in a range of earth and environmental sciences.

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