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100			_aLunine, Jonathan Irving
245			_aEarth : evolution of a habitable world
250			_a2nd ed.
260			_bCambridge University Press, _c2013 _aCambridge :
300			_aviii, 285 p. ; _b[16] leaves of plates : ill., (some color), map, _c28 cm
365			_b51.99 _cGBP _d104.70
504			_aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520			_aFully updated throughout, including revised illustrations and new images from NASA missions, this new edition provides an overview of Earth's history from a planetary science perspective for Earth science undergraduates. Earth's evolution is described in the context of what we know about other planets and the cosmos at large, from the origin of the cosmos to the processes that shape planetary environments and from the origins of life to the inner workings of cells. Astronomy, Earth science, planetary science and astrobiology are integrated to give students the whole picture of how the Earth has come to its present state and an understanding of the relationship between key ideas in different fields. The book presents concepts in nontechnical language and mathematical treatments are avoided where possible. New end-of-chapter summaries and questions allow students to check their understanding and critical thinking is emphasized to encourage students to explore ideas scientifically for themselves.
650			_aEarth sciences
650			_aEnvironmental sciences
650			_aEarth Planet
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