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Earth Science, 12/E
Edward J. Tarbuck, (Emeritus) Illinois Central College
Frederick K. Lutgens, (Emeritus) Illinois Central College
Dennis Tasa, Tasa Graphic Arts, Inc. (Illustrator)

ISBN-10: 0136020070
ISBN-13: 9780136020073

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2009
Format: Cloth; 768 pp
Published: 02/26/2008

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For introductory courses in Earth Science in departments of Geology, Geography, Atmospheric Sciences, and Education.

The twelfth edition of Earth Science offers a user-friendly overview of our physical environment with balanced, up-to-date coverage of geology, oceanography, astronomy, and meteorology for the undergraduate student with little background in science. The emphasis is on readability, with clear example-driven explanations. The twelfth edition takes full advantage of the subject’s visual appeal, with discussions reinforced by incredible color photos and superb illustrations by Earth science illustrator and geologist Dennis Tasa.

Features

Writing style -- The language of this book is straightforward and written to be understood. Clear, readable discussions with a minimum of technical language are the rule.

Art -- Dennis Tasa, a gifted artist and respected geologist and illustrator progresses his outstanding illustrations in this edition. Truly an extension of the written story of geology, Tasa’s illustrations now show greater color and shading contrasts, more “narration,” and additional photo comparisons to guide students more clearly than ever before.

Dependability -- Without question Tarbuck and Lutgens have an unblemished reputation as the most dependable textbooks for geology and Earth science. Instructors can count on having a well-written, reliable book and thoroughly integrated and tested supplements.

GEODe: Earth Science -- Extensively updated for this edition, GEODe:Earth Science is now on DVD and provides narrated tutorials that integrate photography, animations and video for interactive reinforcement of key concepts. Created by Dennis Tasa, GEODe is an excellent resource for visual and active learning.

Thematic approach –- Introduces 3 themes that recur throughout the text: “Earth as a System,” “People and the Environment,” and “Understanding Earth." (see pp. xvii-xviii for overview)

- Recurring themes both help organize and connect concepts which, to the introductory student, could seem disparate.

Systems perspective -- Concepts are presented in the context of Earth as a whole, consisting of many separate but interconnected parts in a way that introductory, non-science students can consume and manage.

New To This Edition

Design -- A bold new design integrates photography and illustrations with a more creative impact to hold student interest and visually extend the story of geology.
GEODe: Earth Science -- Updated for this edition of Earth Science, and now on DVD, GEODe: Earth Science presents a number of updates including new modules on atmospheric science and oceanography.
For a more logical progression of topics and to make the book even more reader friendly, coverage of plate tectonics now precedes earthquakes and Earth’s interior.
Chapter 20 is now titled “World Climates and Global Climate Change." The revision reflects the latest from the 2007 reports of IPCC as well as new material and graphics relating to climate change.
The ever strong section on astronomy has been completely revised, updated, and substantially rewritten for the most up to date and readable treatment.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Earth Science

UNIT 1: EARTH MATERIALS

2. Minerals: Building Blocks of Rocks

3. Rocks: Materials of the Solid Earth

UNIT 2: SCULPTURING EARTH’S SURFACE

4. Weathering, Soil, and Mass Wasting

5. Running Water and Groundwater

6. Glaciers, Deserts, and Wind

UNIT 3: FORCES WITHIN

7. Plate Tectonics: A Scientific Theory Unfolds

8. Earthquakes and Earth’s Interior

9. Volcanoes and Other Igneous Activity

10. Mountain Building

UNIT 4: DECIPHERING EARTH’S HISTORY

11. Geologic History

12. Earth's Evolution through Geologic Time

UNIT 5: THE GLOBAL OCEAN

13. The Ocean Floor

14. Ocean Water and Ocean Life

15. The Dynamic Ocean

UNIT 6: EARTH'S DYNAMIC ATMOSPHERE

16. The Atmosphere: Composition, Structure, and Temperature

17. Moisture, Clouds, and Precipitation

18. Air Pressure and Wind

19. Weather Patterns and Severe Storms

20. World Climates and Global Climate Change

UNIT 7: EARTH’S PLACE IN THE UNIVERSE

21. Origin of Modern Astronomy

22. Touring Our Solar System

23. Light, Astronomical Observations, and the Sun

24. Beyond Our Solar System

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Earth Science (Geography & Atmospheric Sciences)
Earth Science (Geology & Oceanography)

Previous Edition(s)

Earth Science, 8/E
Tarbuck & Lutgens
©1997 | Prentice Hall | Cloth; 638 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0135708397 | ISBN-13: 9780135708392
Suggested retail price: $92.00 Net price: $69.00 (What's this?)Brief Description |
Appropriate for Earth Science courses found in both geology and/or geography departments. This user-friendly survey of our physical environment includes coverage of geology, meteorology, astronomy, and oceanography for students with little or no college-level science background. Best-selling text in market.
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Next Edition(s)

Earth Science, 13/E
Tarbuck, Lutgens & Tasa
©2012 | Prentice Hall | Cloth; 736 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321688503 | ISBN-13: 9780321688507
Net price: $109.25 (What's this?)Brief Description |
Ideal for undergraduates with little or no science background, Earth Science is a student-friendly overview of our physical environment that offers balanced, up-to-date coverage of geology, oceanography, astronomy, and meteorology. The authors focus on readability, with clear, example-driven explanations of concepts and events. The Thirteenth Edition incorporates a new active learning approach, a fully updated visual program, and is available for the first time with MasteringGeology—the most complete, easy-to-use, engaging tutorial and assessment tool available, and also entirely new to the Earth science course.
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Earth Science with MasteringGeology™, 13/E
Tarbuck, Lutgens & Tasa
©2012 | Prentice Hall | Cloth Package; 768 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321767276 | ISBN-13: 9780321767271
Net price: $109.25 (What's this?)Brief Description |
Ideal for undergraduates with little or no science background, Earth Science is a student-friendly overview of our physical environment that offers balanced, up-to-date coverage of geology, oceanography, astronomy, and meteorology. The authors focus on readability, with clear, example-driven explanations of concepts and events. The Thirteenth Edition incorporates a new active learning approach, a fully updated visual program, and is available for the first time with MasteringGeology—the most complete, easy-to-use, engaging tutorial and assessment tool available, and also entirely new to the Earth science course.
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Instructor's Resource Center on DVD, 12/E
Soares, Pinzke, Hatfield & Tarbuck
©2009 | Prentice Hall | On-line Supplement | Live
ISBN-10: 0136049184 | ISBN-13: 9780136049180

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Student Lecture Notebook, 12/E
Bell, Tarbuck & Lutgens
©2009 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 192 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0136049214 | ISBN-13: 9780136049210
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Study Guide, 12/E
Pinzke, Tarbuck, Lutgens & Hatfield
©2009 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 344 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0136049206 | ISBN-13: 9780136049203
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Quick Study Card for Earth Science, 12/E
Tarbuck, Lutgens & Tasa
©2009 | Prentice Hall | Study Card; 8 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321582292 | ISBN-13: 9780321582294
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Dire Predictions: Understanding Global Warming
Mann & Kump
©2009 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 120 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0136044352 | ISBN-13: 9780136044352
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Earth Report Geography Videos on DVD
Television for the Environment
©2011 | Prentice Hall | DVD | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321662989 | ISBN-13: 9780321662989
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Geography Coloring Book, 3/E
Kapit
©2003 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 208 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0131014722 | ISBN-13: 9780131014725
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