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A non-heated discussion on global warming and climate change Interested in getting to the core of the reasons for the Earth's changing climate? Want an accurate reading on the science behind global warming? Here's your gauge! This easy-to-follow guide offers a temperate view of this hot topic. Global Warming & Climate Change Demystified starts by looking at scientific data gathered from weather instruments, satellite telemetry, ice cores, and coral sections that reveal how the Earth's temperature is changing. The book goes on to examine the causes of climate change, including both natural processes and human-generated greenhouse gases. Finally, the consequences of global warming are discussed and a wide variety of viable solutions that can be implemented by individuals as well as society as a whole are presented. Complete with end-of-chapter quizzes and a final review to test your knowledge, this book will teach you the fundamentals of global warming and climate change in an unbiased and thorough manner. This fast and easy guide offers: A thorough review of scientific data Details on the evidence of global warming worldwide Information on the origin and impact of greenhouse gases Explanations of alternatives to carbon-based energy sources Suggestions for local and global solutions Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Global Warming & Climate Change Demystified is your shortcut to understanding this important and timely issue.

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Author:   Jerry Silver
Publisher:   McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Imprint:   McGraw-Hill Professional
Dimensions:   Width: 18.50cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 23.10cm
Weight:   0.414kg
ISBN:  

9780071502405

ISBN 10:   0071502408
Pages:   289
Publication Date:   16 March 2008
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Acknowledgments Chapter 1. Global Perspective--Thinking About the Earth PART ONE: WHAT WE KNOW AND HOW WE KNOW IT Chapter 2. Taking the Earth's Temperature Chapter 3. Signs of Global Warming PART TWO: WHY CLIMATE CHANGES Chapter 4. The Earth's Thermostat--Keeping the Earth Warm Chapter 5. Greenhouse Chemistry Chapter 6. Origin and Impact of Greenhouse Gases PART THREE: WHAT WE CAN EXPECT AND WHAT WE CAN DO Chapter 7. Consequences of Global Warming Chapter 8. Resetting the Earth's Thermostat--Solutions Appendix A. Glossary Appendix B. Milestones in the History of Climate Change Appendix C. Satellites That Monitor Weather and Climate Appendix D. Units of Measurement Applied to Climate Change Appendix E. Selected Resources Appendix F. Summary of Key Climate Variables Appendix G. Lingering Doubts and Concerns Appendix H. Answers to Chapter Review Questions Appendix I. Answers to Final Exam Index

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Jerry Silver has spent nearly two decades developing components for terrestrial photovoltaic systems for the Solarex Corporation (now BP solar). He has worked for several organizations involved with solar energy development, including the United States Department of Energy. Mr. Silver currently teaches science in New Jersey.

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