For introductory courses in Physical Geography or Atmospheric Resources. Carrying forth Tom L. McKnight's well-known thematic focus on landscape appreciation, this best-seller fosters a solid understanding of Earth and its physical geography. Its clear, user-friendly writing style, superior art program, and abundant pedagogy appeal to a wide variety of students. The Ninth Edition represents a thorough revision and significantly updated content - yet it maintains the time-proven approach first presented by McKnight more than two decades ago.
1. Introduction to Earth
2. Portraying Earth
3. Introduction to the Atmosphere
4. Insolation and Temperature
5. Atmospheric Pressure and Wind
6. Atmospheric Moisture
7. Transient Atmospheric Flows and Disturbance
8. Climatic Zones and Types
9. The Hydroshere
10. Cycles and Patterns in the Biosphere
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