Ebook: Environmental Science

The basics of environmental science. The big picture ; Environmental history ; Scientific principles -- The biosphere. How species evolve and interact ; Population dynamics in nature ; Biomes: ecosystems on land ; Aquatic ecosystems ; The movement of energy and matter -- Meeting human needs. The human population ; Environmental economics ; Plant agriculture ; Animal agriculture ; Fishing and aquaculture -- A look at energy. Fossil fuels ; Nuclear energy ; Renewable energy -- Consequences. Human health and environmental diseases ; Water pollution ; Air pollution ; The greenhouse effect ; Anthropogenic climate change ; Waste -- Hope for the future. Reducing energy consumption ; Sustainable land use.;Encompassing ecology, physics, chemistry, biology, geology, atmospheric science, and geography, environmental science can be an intimidating subject to study. Dauray provides easy-to-follow lessons on the most important concepts and issues in the field.;Environmental science is an integrated, interdisciplinary field that combines the study of ecology, physics, chemistry, biology, soil science, geology, atmospheric science, and geography. It is among the top 10 most popular Advanced Placement examinations taken by high school seniors in an effort to receive postsecondary college credit. Idiot's Guide- The basics and history of the human relationship with the natural environment- The ways species grow, change, and interact- A detailed description of the earth's ecosystems, including deserts, grasslands, forests, and aquatic ecosystems- The effects of economics and agriculture on the environment- The various types of energy humans use, as well as how its production impacts the earth's ecosystems, with a focus on renewable energy sources- The ill effects of a growing population, including pollution, toxins, bacteria, waste, and global warming/climate change.