McKnight's Physical Geography: A Landscape Appreciation, 13th edition

Darrel Hess
, Redina Finch
, Dennis G. Tasa

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McKnight's Physical Geography: A Landscape Appreciation will help you fully comprehend Earth's physical landscape. The text presents you with the concepts of physical geography in a clear, readable way. Topics covered range from Earth's physical features and the processes that form them to the opportunities they provide for scientific research. McKnight's approach also offers a lens through which to explore climate change.

The 13th Edition focuses on the U.S. National Park system and its parks, monuments, seashores, and recreational areas. The text seamlessly integrates visualization, technology, and the latest applied science to enhance your learning experience as you investigate these natural landscapes.

ISBN-13: 9780135800256

Subject: Geography

Category: Physical Geography

Introduction to Earth
Portraying Earth
Introduction to the Atmosphere
Insolation and Temperature
Atmospheric Pressure and Wind
Atmospheric Moisture
Atmospheric Disturbances
Climate and Climate Change
The Hydrosphere
Cycles and Patterns in the Biosphere
Terrestrial Flora and Fauna
Soils
Introduction to Landform Study
The Internal Processes
Weathering and Mass Wasting
Fluvial Processes
Karst and Hydrothermal Processes
The Topography of Arid Lands
Glacial Modification of Terrain
Coastal Processes and Terrain