Environmental Science
- ISBN-10
- 0763759252
- ISBN-13
- 9780763759254
- Series
- Environmental Science
- Category
- Science
- Pages
- 632
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2010
- Publisher
- Jones & Bartlett Learning
- Author
- Daniel Chiras
Description
Thoroughly updated to include the very latest in environmental issues and concerns, the new Eighth Edition of Environmental Science provides an in-depth look at the environmental concerns facing the world today and offers many possible solutions for how we can move toward a more sustainable future. The author focuses on the root causes of many environmental issues through the use of Point/Counterpoints, and emphasizes critical thinking skills, asking students to analyze issues and determine the best solution to environmental problems.
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