ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE THE WAY THE WORLD WORKS NEBEL B. WRIGHT R. Księgarnia

Bernard J. Nebel , (Emeritus) Catonsville Community College
Richard T. Wright , (Emeritus) Gordon College

Published July 1999 by Engineering/Science/Mathematics

For introductory courses in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, and Environmental Biology.

Known for its currency and readability, this text focuses on enabling students to critically evaluate the latest environmental issues and to apply that understanding to situations and events in their everyday lives. It explores the interactions of humans within the natural environment and probes issues thoroughly-examining their scientific basis, their history, and society's response. The authors discuss sustainable development and public policy in terms of how they shape the present and future.

NEW-Coverage of physical and biological science is strengthened.
- Enables students to distinguish sound science from "junk" science as they encounter controversy over scientific information.
NEW-Theme of sustainability, stewardship and sound science is incorporated throughout.
- Helps students focus on the main themes in environmental studies.
NEW-End-of-chapter Environment on the Web essays -Students can collect and analyze data, and draw conclusions using the most current information on the web.
- Develops students' critical-thinking skills on environmental matters.
NEW-All chapters are thoroughly updated and 2 new chapters are added: Environmental Hazards & Human Health (Ch. 16) and Economics, Public Policy & the Environment (Ch. 23).
- Keeps students up-to-date on the most recent developments in the field.
NEW-Chapter-opening case studies are added and real-world examples are updated.
- Immediately captures students' interest by opening each chapter with a concrete example.
NEW-Art program is extensively updated and revised - There are over 70 new photos, over 40 revised figures, and 43 brand new art pieces.
- Concepts are more easily understood with the improved use of artwork.
NEW-Six-part text organization breaks material down into smaller, more manageable portions.
- Allows instructors greater flexibility in covering topics.
Text-specific Nebel Website at www.prenhall.com/nebel-Includes: Chapter Overviews, Self Quizzes, Current Hyperlinks for each chapter, Netsearch list of key words for each chapter, Glossary of Key Terms, Career Center, Netnews with access to related newsgroups, Regional Updates on environmental issues, and Tell Your Representative/Making a Difference.
- Increases students' chances for success in the course by encouraging them to visit the book's Website, where many additional learning resources can be found.
Making a Difference sections at the end of each chapter-Suggests courses of action each student can take to bring about the changes needed to foster sustainability.
- Challenges students to begin making a difference themselves and to encourage others to do the same, showing them the relevancy and significance of the material.
Ethics boxes-Emphasizes that many environmental issues do not involve clear-cut answers, but present ethical dilemmas.
- Develops students critical thinking skills.
Global Perspective Boxes-Helps students appreciate the worldwide nature and scope of the topic under discussion.
- Shows students the sociological impact of the material and issues being studied.
Earth Watch Boxes-Brings controversial or unique perspectives to bear on issues.
- Enhances chapter coverage and maintains student interest.
Video Case Studies in every chapter-Provides a synopsis of the ABC News video segments available with the text as they relate to the chapter material.
- Stimulates classroom debate and discussion.
  1. Introduction: Sustainability, Stewardship, and Sound Science.
  I. ECOSYSTEMS AND HOW THEY WORK.
2. Ecosystems: Units of Sustainability.
3. Ecosystems: How They Work.
4. Ecosystems: Population and Succession.
5. Ecosystems and Evolutionary Change.
II. THE HUMAN POPULATION.

6. The Human Population: Demographics.
7. Addressing the Population Problem.
III. RENEWABLE RESOURCES.

8. Soil and the Soil Ecosystem.
9. Water: Hydrologic Cycle and Human Use.
10. The Production and Distribution of Food.
11. Wild Species: Biodiversity and Protection.
12. Ecosystems as Resources.
IV. ENERGY.

13. Energy from Fossil Fuels.
14. Nuclear Energy: Promise and Problems.
15. Renewable Energy.
V. POLLUTION AND PREVENTION.

16. Environmental Hazards and Human Health.
17. Pests and Pest Control.
18. Water: Pollution and Prevention.
19. Municipal Solid Waste: Disposal and Recovery.
20. Hazardous Chemicals: Pollution and Prevention.
21. The Atmosphere: Climate, Climate Change, and Ozone Depletion.
22. Atmospheric Pollution.
VI. TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE.

23. Economics, Public Policy, and the Environment.
24. Sustainable Communities and Lifestyles.
Appendix A: Environmental Organizations.
Appendix B: Units of Measure.
Appendix C: Some Basic Chemical Concepts.
Bibliography and Suggested Reading.

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