Visualizing Physical Geography [Loose-leaf]

With its unique approach, Visualizing Physical Geography 2nd Edition captures the reader's attention and demonstrates why physical geography is relevant to them. It relies heavily on the integration of National Geographic and other visuals with narrative to explore key concepts. New emphasis is placed on environmental issues, such as climate change, overpopulation and deforestation, from a geographical perspective. Readers will appreciate this approach because it vividly illustrates the interconnectedness of physical processes that weave together to create our planet's dynamic surface and atmosphere.Introduction to the Study of Chemistry.

Measurements in Chemistry.

Matter, Changes, and Energy.

Elements, Compounds, and Their Composition.

The Periodic Table and Chemical Nomenclature.

Modern Atomic Theory.

The Chemical Bond.

Chemical Reactions.

Quantitative Relationships in Chemistry.

The Gaseous State.

The Solid and Liquid States.

Aqueous Solutions.

Acids, Bases, and Salts.

Oxidation-Reduction Reactions.

Reaction Rates and Equilibrium.

Nuclear Chemistry.

Organic Chemistry.

Foreword to the Appendices.

Photo Credits.

Index.

Tim Foresman earned his Ph.D. degree in Geography from the University of California at Santa Barbara. He is adjunct Professor of Geography at University of Maryland and president of the International Center for Remote Sensing Education.  He has over 100 professional articles and books on environmental protection and sustainable development using the applied tools of geography, including remote sensing and geographic informals&