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  • Biomes and Ecosystems

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series The Living Earth
    Earth’s biosphere supports several unique biomes and ecosystems. Though they operate as self-contained units, these regions also operate as part of a global network, nurturing interdependence among greatly diverse plant and animal species. The evolution of these wondrous realms—both aquatic and terrestrial—and the various natural elements that distinguish them from one another are the subjects of ... En savoir plus

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  • Rivers and Streams

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series The Living Earth
    Winding their way through the planet’s landscapes and supplying some of its most prosperous cities with fresh water, food, and transportation conduits, rivers and streams have critical ecological and economic significance. As they carve out waterfalls, valleys, canyons, deltas, and a host of other landforms, they also support a diversity of organisms and connect disparate regions. Accompanied by ... En savoir plus

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  • Rocks

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series Geology: Landforms, Minerals, and Rocks
    Often concealing millennia worth of Earth’s history, rocks seem to project an impression of durability and permanence that belies their transformation over time. Seen in all shapes and sizes and found in many of the planet’s ecosystems, rocks have been subject to various natural forces that have affected such attributes as their elasticity, strength, and ductility (that is, their ability to be ... En savoir plus

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  • Geological Sciences

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series Geology: Landforms, Minerals, and Rocks
    Described as craggy, rocky, or glacial, among a host of other descriptors, the Earth’s geosphere—that is, its solid foundation—is subject to incredible variation. It is these permutations that inform the study of the geological sciences. This field involves not only the study of rocks, minerals, and landforms, but also that of glaciers, fossils, volcanoes, and other aspects of the Earth’s surface. ... En savoir plus

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  • Minerals

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series Geology: Landforms, Minerals, and Rocks
    Anyone who has marveled at the glimmer of a perfectly cut diamond, tended a garden, or consumed a nutritious meal has appreciated some of the many roles that minerals play in our lives. Present in many natural substances, minerals are highly structured entities, each with a unique chemical composition and set of properties. Accompanied by detailed tables, diagrams, and sidebars, this informative ... En savoir plus

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  • Forests and Grasslands

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series The Living Earth
    Between their verdant canopies and shaded floors, forests contain a multi-tiered ecosystem that supports an abundance of flora and fauna. Together with the grasses and vegetation in the grasslands to which they are frequently adjacent, forests make up 70 percent of the Earth’s land area and sustain the majority of its species. With careful detail and beautiful photographs, this volume journeys to ... En savoir plus

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  • Lakes and Wetlands

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series The Living Earth
    Lakes and wetlands are significant ecosystems that nourish, sustain, and house many of the planet’s plant and animal species. Though both of these regions are defined by water—both fresh and saline—each lake and particular type of wetland also has characteristics all its own. This detailed volume considers the formation, composition, and maintenance of these intricate ecological units and the ... En savoir plus

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  • The Mesozoic Era

    Age of Dinosaurs

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series The Geologic History of Earth
    Dinosaurs have captured the imaginations of children and adults alike since the first fossil discoveries mapped them onto our general body of knowledge. This book journeys to an era long before humans, where dinosaurs were once masters of land, sky, and sea. In addition to accounts of significant dinosaur species and their extinction, readers will learn about the major life forms, both plant and ... En savoir plus

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  • Primates

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series The Britannica Guide to Predators and Prey
    From lemurs to apes to human beings, primates are unique among mammals—for example, our brains are large compared to our size. Our complex interactions, intricate social structures, and extensive range of emotions allow us to adapt and thrive in diverse habitats around the globe. In this volume, readers are invited into the many domains of these extraordinary creatures to discover the incredible ... En savoir plus

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  • Carnivores

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series The Britannica Guide to Predators and Prey
    Sharp-toothed and quick-footed, carnivorous mammals are primed for the hunt. Far from ruthless, however, carnivores—hunters by nature and necessity—are integral to maintaining ecological balance. While predatory behavior often seems grisly, many carnivores are actually omnivorous and many can even be domesticated. This striking volume journeys from secluded forest habitats to our own homes to ... En savoir plus

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  • Meat Eaters

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series The Britannica Guide to Predators and Prey
    Primeval jungles, mountain ranges, and the cover of deep forests are not the only domains of meat-eating creatures. Carnivores also can be found stalking prey from the air, in ocean depths, and marshy swamps. Raptors, sharks, and crocodiles are among the most predominant non-mammalian meat-eaters that rely on hunting or scavenging for survival. This volume examines the various species in this ... En savoir plus

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  • Glaciers, Sea Ice, and Ice Formation

    par John P Rafferty ...
    Collections series Dynamic Earth
    Glaciers and sea ice are vital to sustaining aquatic ecosystems and regulating ocean water temperature. Permafrost, a type of ground ice, dramatically affects the infrastructure and agricultural output of several communities around the world. The development of these varying formations and the interplay between them and the environment are thoughtfully considered in this fascinating volume. ... En savoir plus

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