Visualizing Physical Geography

Visualizing Physical Geography / Edition 2 by Timothy Foresman, Alan H. Strahler With its unique approach, Visualizing Physical Geography 2nd Edition captures the reader's attention and demonstrates why physical geography is relevant to them. It relies heavily on the integration of National Geographic and other visuals with narrative to explore key concepts. New emphasis is placed on environmental issues, such as climate change, overpopulation and deforestation, from a geographical perspective. Readers will appreciate this approach because it vividly illustrates the interconnectedness of physical processes that weave together to create our planet's dynamic surface and atmosphere. Visualizing Physical Geography employs uniquely designed visual pedgagogy to help students acquire the skills they need to become better learners. The 2nd edition has refined and expanded the visuals using insights from research on student outcomes. The Visualizing approach uses a variety of research-based visuals to engage students so they become active participants in the learning process. Visualizing Physical Geography immerses students in course material through visuals (both in print and rich multimedia resources) while organizing complex processes and related course information into easily digestible segments. Visualizing Physical Geography is a comprehensive, modern book for today's physical geography course. With current examples, thorough coverage of geographers tools and technology, and a visual design that is accessible without sacrificing content, it is a title that will appeal to a broad range of instructors. The narrative and concepts are tightly linked to visual elements, including practical examples that highlight the relevance of the concepts. Maps are integrated throughout to help reveal patterns or trends. Divergent views and critical thinking are emphasized. Photographs and other visuals are also included to reinforce the concepts. Table of Contents Preface 1 Discovering the Earth's Dimensions 2 The Earth's Global Energy Balance 3 Air Temperature 4 Atmospheric Moisture and Precipitation 5 Global Atmospheric and Oceanic Circulation 6 Weather Systems 7 Global Climates and Climate Change 8 Earth from the Inside Out 9 Plate Tectonics, Earthquakes, and Volcanoes 10 Weathering and Mass Wasting 11 Fresh Water of the Continents 12 Landforms Made by Running Water 13 Landforms Made by Wind and Waves 14 Glacial and Periglacial Landforms 15 Global Soils 16 Biogeographic Processes 17 Global Biogeography Appendix: Answers to Self-Tests Glossary References Text, Table and Line Art Credits Photo Credits Index With its unique approach, this second edition captures the reader's attention and demonstrates why physical geography is relevant to them. It relies heavily on the integration of National Geographic and other visuals with narrative to explore key concepts. New emphasis is placed on environmental issues, such as climate change, overpopulation and deforestation, from a geographical perspective. Readers will appreciate this approach because it vividly illustrates the interconnectedness of physical processes that weave together to create our planet's dynamic surface and atmosphere