World Oceans: A Reference Handbook

World Oceans: A Reference Handbook Wydawca: Bloomsbury Academic Opis produktu This handbook offers an in-depth discussion of the world's oceans. It discusses the marine life that is dependent on the sea as well as the problems threatening the health of the ocean and its wildlife. This book opens with an overview of the history of human knowledge and understanding of the oceans and cryosphere, along with related scientific, technological, social, political, and other factors. It presents and discusses about a dozen major problems facing the Earth's oceans today, along with possible solutions. Readers are given an opportunity to express their thoughts and ideas on today's ocean issues, and are provided with additional resources, such as a bibliography, chronology, and glossary, to assist in further study of the issue. Features: Glossary Specyfikacja SKU: BMBY066445175 EAN: 9798216392774 Waga: 476 g Author: Newton, David E. Binding: Paperback Pages: 360 Publication Year: 2025 BISAC Category 1: NAT025000 BISAC Category 2: NAT011000 BISAC Category 3: SCI052000