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30-Second Oceans by Mattias Green
This information-packed book is the complete guide to everything you need to know about the world's oceans, with each concept Oceans cover two thirds of the Earth’s surface and are the driving force behind our weather systems, taking warm and cold water around the globe. Understanding solar radiation, currents, and rising sea levels are vital starting points to understanding and dealing with global warming, and this book covers these and many more essential topics in easily accessible chunks. Join expert authors on a tour of the world’s oceans, taking in waves, continental shelves, icebergs, underwater forests, monsoons, and coral reefs along the way. Learn about the different characteristics of the world’s major oceans, the amazing array of marine life that exists at different depths, how tides work, and what pollution is doing to the seas. There’s never been a more important time to get to grips with how the oceans work. The 30 Second series presents concise, informative guides to the most important topics which shape the world around us, presenting terms which are key to understanding the subject in 30 seconds, 300 words, and one image.Dr Mattias Green is a professor of physical oceanography at the School of Ocean Sciences, Bangor University. His research explores how the tides interact with other components of the Earth system and how these change and affect climate. He has published widely in geophysical and marine science research journals.
Dr Yueng-Djern Lenn is a reader in physical oceanography at the School of Ocean Sciences, Bangor University. Her research focuses on understating what drives ocean overturning in the polar oceans and how this impacts climate. She has contributed multiple articles to oceanography journals and is also involved in schools outreach, working in partnership with STEM organizations in Wales and beyond.
| SKU | GOR011560985 |
| ISBN 13 | 9780711252660 |
| ISBN 10 | 0711252661 |
| Title | 30-Second Oceans |
| Author | Mattias Green |
| Series | 30 Second |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Quarto Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2021-03-16 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us |
