Containing over 1,350 glossary entries, this title offers students a view of a vital branch of science. It contains sections that include: 150 advances in Earth science; a list of Tyler Prize (The Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement) winners; the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and Web addresses of 32 important associations; and more.
- A glossary of key terms in the discipline
- Biographies of prominent people in each discipline
- A chronology that tracks the dates of significant developments and discoveries from ancient times to the present day
- Tables, charts, and diagrams
- Measurements, formulas, and calculations.
Additionally, some volumes contain bibliographies and Web site resources to guide further research.
