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Climate Actions(2022)Through many actionable examples of mitigation efforts for the ever-present effects of climate change, especially for those who may not understand the wide range of climate action opportunities that are available, scientists, academics, and community leadVezava: Trda83,90 € -
Fundamentals of Satellite Remote Sensing(2020) CHUVIECO, EMILIO (UNIVERSIDAD DE ALCALA, ALCALA DE HENARES, SPAIN)Satellite Earth Observation is a very dynamic field as it is based in sensors, satellite missions, and computer resources, which means that the application areas are continuously evolving and delevoping rapidly. This third edition will cover the most receVezava: Trda186,45 € -
Weather Almanac 2023(2022) DUNLOP, STORM,COLLINS BOOKSThe perfect gift for nature lovers and weather watchers. A fascinating month-by-month collection of facts, figures and explanations related to UK weather alongside details of famous meteorologists and their influence. Discover historical facts,Vezava: Trda16,62 € -
Physics of Flow in Porous Media(2022) FEDER, JENS (UNIVERSITETET I OSLO),FLEKKØY, EIRIK GRUDE (UNIVERSITETET I OSLO),HANSEN, ALEX (NORWEGIAN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, TRONDHEIM)Written for graduate students, this book presents the basic terminology, methods and theory of the physics of porous media. It uses a range of useful geometric concepts, analytical tools and simulations to help readers develop their understanding of hydroVezava: Trda108,50 € -
Changing Flow of Energy Through the Climate System(2022) TRENBERTH, KEVIN E.Trenberth emphasizes the fundamental role of energy flow in the climate system. The changing distribution of heat is the main determinant of weather patterns and extremes, their impacts, and climate change. Students, researchers, and professionals from aVezava: Mehka72,23 € -
Ending Hunger(2022) WARNER, ANTHONYIs worldwide famine just around the corner? And do I really have to go vegan?Vezava: Mehka15,41 € -
Salmon(2021) KURLANSKY, MARKThe internationally bestselling author says if we can save the salmon, we can save the worldVezava: Mehka15,41 € -
Volcanoes(2020) BRANNEY, MICHAEL J (PROFESSOR, SCHOOL OF GEOGRAPHY, GEOLOGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT, UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER),ZALASIEWICZ, JAN (PROFESSOR, SCHOOL OF GEOGRAPHY, GEOLOGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT, UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER)Throughout our planet's history volcanoes have played a large role in shaping landscapes, the climate, and biological evolution. This book explains the fundamental mechanisms of volcanism, considering why volcanoes are essential for life on Earth, and howVezava: Mehka14,01 € -
Quantitative Analysis of Geopressure for Geoscientists and Engineers(2021) DUTTA, NADER C.,BACHRACH, RAN,MUKERJI, TAPAN (STANFORD UNIVERSITY, CALIFORNIA)A comprehensive overview of geopressure analysis explaining the mechanical and thermal processes that generate excess pore pressures. Providing a physical and geological basis for understanding geopressure, its prediction and detection, this is an ideal fVezava: Trda131,33 € -
Jet Stream(2021) WOOLLINGS, TIM (ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD)This book offers a general introduction to the jet stream, and examines how it affects much of the weather across the northern hemisphere. The science is built up as we follow a journey along the jet stream, providing structure and an element of a traveloVezava: Mehka31,34 € -
Disaster by Choice(2022) KELMAN, ILAN (PROFESSOR OF DISASTERS AND HEALTH, UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON, AND PROFESSOR II, UNIVERSITY OF AGDER)We speak of earthquakes, floods, and wildfires as 'natural disasters'. In this provocative book, Ilan Kelman argues that the true disaster is not caused by natural phenomena, but by human choices which leave people unprepared and at terrible risk. He explVezava: Mehka15,41 € -
Tides(2019) BOWERS, DAVID GEORGE (EMERITUS PROFESSOR OF PHYSICAL OCEANOGRAPHY, BANGOR UNIVERSITY),ROBERTS, EMYR MARTYN (RESEARCHER, UNIVERSITY OF BERGEN)The tide is important to Earth's climate, the biological productivity of our seas, and our hunt for renewable energy sources. It is also thought to have played a role in the evolution of life on Earth. This book explains the nature and cause of the tide,Vezava: Mehka14,01 € -
First Steps(2022) DESILVA, JEREMYHumans are the only mammals to walk on two, rather than four, legs. From an evolutionary perspective, this is an illogical development, as it slows us down. But here we are, suggesting there must have been something tremendous to gain from bipedalism.Vezava: Mehka15,41 € -
Lakes(2018) VINCENT, WARWICK F. (PROFESSOR AND CANADA RESEARCH CHAIR, DEPARTEMENT DE BIOLOGIE & CENTRE D''ETUDES NORDIQUES (CEN), UNIVERSITE LAVAL)Ranging from vast inland seas to hydro-reservoirs, lakes are unique, complex, ecosystems. Warwick Vincent introduces lake science, or limnology, and the importance of protecting and sustaining these vitally important living resources. He explains the impaVezava: Mehka14,01 € -
Fundamentals of Soil Ecology(2020) COLEMAN, DAVID C. (PROFESSOR EMERITUS, ODUM SCHOOL OF ECOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, ATHENS, GA, USA),CALLAHAM, MAC A. (USDA FOREST SERVICE, SOUTHERN RESEARCH STATION, CENTER FOR FOREST DISTURBANCE SCIENCE, ATHENS, GA, USA),CROSSLEY JR., D. A. (PROFESSOR EMERITUS, UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, ATHENS, GA, USA)Vezava: Mehka129,60 € -
Isotopes(2016) ELLAM, ROB (PROFESSOR OF ISOTOPE GEOCHEMISTRY, UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW; AND DIRECTOR, SCOTTISH UNIVERSITIES ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH CENTRE)Isotopes are used in many areas of science and technology, including medicine, archaeology, and nuclear physics. They are central to our understanding of the Earth's past and current processes. Here, Rob Ellam explains the importance and applications of sVezava: Mehka14,01 € -
Atmosphere(2017) PALMER, PAUL I. (PROFESSOR OF QUANTITATIVE EARTH OBSERVATION AT THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH)In this Very Short introduction Paul Palmer looks at the structure and basic physics and chemistry of the Earth's atmosphere, comparing it to the atmospheres of other planets, particularly our neighbours, Venus and Mars. Palmer looks at the effects of polVezava: Mehka14,01 € -
Dinosaur Hunters(2021) HISTORY, AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATIONAL,DINGUS, LOWELLThe story of intrepid palaeontologists, the discoverers of prehistoric life, and the revelations found through their research.Vezava: Trda28,04 €
