Isbn: 9783662714058 - physical geography of africa (geography of the physical environment) (9 resultados)

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Africa, with an area of over 30 million square kilometers, is the second-largest continent, accounting for about 20 percent of the Earth's total land area. It offers unparalleled insights into some of the planets oldest geological strata, is home to the worlds largest desert, and is immensely rich in mineral resources. These are just a few of the facts we commonly associate with Africas physical geography. But the continent deserves a closer lookAfrica is closer to us and far more important than many might think.This book provides a comprehensive overview of the physical geography of Africa. It focuses on the integrated analysis of the continents geology, geomorphology, climate, hydrology, soils, and vegetation geography. Additional excursions examine the impact of major environmental challenges related to human activity - such as soil erosion, desertification, and climate change - and also explain key geoscientific terms. Rich color photographs and engaging cartography support and enhance understanding.The book serves a dual purpose: it offers the interested reader a concise introduction to Africas physical geography while also functioning as a structured reference work. It will be of enduring value to students and scholars of African physical geography and anyone interested in Africas environment and environmental change - including staff of development organizations and development professionals seeking reliable background information on the continents natural conditions. It will be of enduring value to students and scholars of African physical geography and anyone interested in Africas environment and environmental change - including staff of development organizations and development professionals seeking reliable background information on the continents natural conditions. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Buch. Condición: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Africa, with an area of over 30 million square kilometers, is the second-largest continent, accounting for about 20 percent of the Earth's total land area. It offers unparalleled insights into some of the planet s oldest geological strata, is home to the world s largest desert, and is immensely rich in mineral resources. These are just a few of the facts we commonly associate with Africa s physical geography. But the continent deserves a closer look Africa is closer to us and far more important than many might think.This book provides a comprehensive overview of the physical geography of Africa. It focuses on the integrated analysis of the continent s geology, geomorphology, climate, hydrology, soils, and vegetation geography. Additional excursions examine the impact of major environmental challenges related to human activity - such assoil erosion, desertification, and climate change -and also explain key geoscientific terms. Rich color photographs and engaging cartography support and enhance understanding.The book serves a dual purpose: it offers the interested reader a concise introduction to Africa s physical geography while also functioning as a structured reference work. It will be of enduring value to students and scholars of African physical geography and anyone interested in Africa s environment and environmental change - including staff ofdevelopment organizations and development professionals seeking reliable background information on the continent s natural conditions.…

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Buch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Africa, with an area of over 30 million square kilometers, is the second-largest continent, accounting for about 20 percent of the Earth's total land area. It offers unparalleled insights into some of the planet s oldest geological strata, is home to the world s largest desert, and is immensely rich in mineral resources. These are just a few of the facts we commonly associate with Africa s physical geography. But the continent deserves a closer look Africa is closer to us and far more important than many might think.This book provides a comprehensive overview of the physical geography of Africa. It focuses on the integrated analysis of the continent s geology, geomorphology, climate, hydrology, soils, and vegetation geography. Additional excursions examine the impact of major environmental challenges related to human activity - such assoil erosion, desertification, and climate change -and also explain key geoscientific terms. Rich color photographs and engaging cartography support and enhance understanding.The book serves a dual purpose: it offers the interested reader a concise introduction to Africa s physical geography while also functioning as a structured reference work. It will be of enduring value to students and scholars of African physical geography and anyone interested in Africa s environment and environmental change - including staff ofdevelopment organizations and development professionals seeking reliable background information on the continent s natural conditions. 187 pp. Englisch.…

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Buch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -Africa, with an area of over 30 million square kilometers, is the second-largest continent, accounting for about 20 percent of the Earth's total land area. It offers unparalleled insights into some of the planet's oldest geological strata, is home to the world's largest desert, and is immensely rich in mineral resources. These are just a few of the facts we commonly associate with Africa's physical geography. But the continent deserves a closer lookAfrica is closer to us and far more important than many might think.Springer-Verlag KG, Sachsenplatz 4-6, 1201 Wien 200 pp. Englisch.…