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A Primer for Environmental Literacy,Used
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This broadranging book presents the key concepts of environmental science in an accessible style that can be understood by those who are not natural scientists. It offers a way to improve environmental literacythe capacity to understand the connections between humans and their environment.Unique in its breadth and simplicity, the book is also unusual in that it uses a 'topdown' approach, starting with a global scale and proceeding to smaller units of organization until it reaches the individual organism. It is divided into four parts. The first introduces three core conceptsthe environment, the system, and environmental hierarchiesand applies these ideas to the earth as a system. The second focuses on land and water systems, beginning with the whole earth and ending with the ecotope (smallscale systems in which we work, live, and play). The third section is concerned with populations and individuals. The final section builds up from individuals to the biotic community. The book ends with an overview of human ecology and with general conclusions about the conditions of the biosphere. The book, which includes a reading list for each topic, is ideal for the student or general reader interested in learning more about the environment and how to value it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Primer for Environmental Literacy'? A: The book focuses on key concepts of environmental science, aiming to improve environmental literacy by explaining the connections between humans and their environment.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Primer for Environmental Literacy' is Frank B. Golley.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers topics such as the environment, ecological systems, land and water systems, populations, individuals, and human ecology.
- Q: Is this book suitable for non-scientists? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for both students and general readers who are not natural scientists.
- Q: How is the book structured? A: The book is divided into four parts, starting from a global perspective and gradually focusing on smaller units of organization, ending with individual organisms.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'A Primer for Environmental Literacy' was published on August 11, 1998.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book consists of 254 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The currently available edition is the first edition.
- Q: Is this book available in paperback? A: Yes, 'A Primer for Environmental Literacy' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book include a reading list? A: Yes, the book includes a reading list for each topic to guide readers in further exploration.