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Environmental Science for Dummies '12
Spooner, Alecia M.
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価格
\5,186（税込）
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発行年月 |
2012年07月 |
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出版国 |
アメリカ合衆国 |
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言語 |
英語 |
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媒体 |
冊子 |
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paper |
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ページ数／巻数 |
384 p. |
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ジャンル |
洋書／理工学／環境科学／環境科学：概論 |
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ISBN |
9781118167144 |
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商品コード |
1007647632 |
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商品URL
| https://kw.maruzen.co.jp/ims/itemDetail.html?itmCd=1007647632 |
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内容
Grasp fundamental concepts of environmental science Do you have a hard time grasping the interrelationships of the natural world and the role that humans play within the environment? Fear no more! Presented in a straightforward way, Environmental Science For Dummies gives you plain-English, easy-to-understand explanations of the concepts and material you'll encounter in your introductory-level course. Environmental Science 101 ? understand key concepts and principles, like how to measure human impact with the ecological footprint and how to use the ecosystem as a unit of study What's the matter? ? grasp the "stuff" that makes up all things ? matter ? and take a look at how atoms bond to form molecules Quench your thirst ? find the 4-1-1 on the Earth's natural resources and understand why biodiversity is so important (and why it's in danger in many parts of the world) Take a deep breath ? discover the dangerous substances or toxins that are present in the environment and how garbage and hazardous waste can be managed to reduce further damage Follow the recycled brick road ? shift your perspective from human-centered to ecosystem-centered to make more sustainable choices Open the book and find: What energy is, how it works, and how it flows The pros and cons of alternative energy sources An exploration of the ecosystem A look at the Earth's natural resources How and why the climate is changing Effects of air and water pollution Ten simple ways to live more sustainably Potential careers in environmental science Learn to: Apply concepts of environmental science to your life Supplement classroom learning with confidence Explore issues surrounding natural resources and sustainability Understand how the choices you make impact the environment
