Elemental Geoystems

by Robert W. Christopherson

Custom edition prepared for Ohlone College.

Among the most highly regarded in physical geography, Robert Christopherson's bestselling "Elemental Geosystems"is known for currency, accuracy, rich integration of climate change science, and a dynamic multimedia program. "Elemental Geosystems, "Seventh Edition is organized around the natural flow of energy, materials, and information, presenting subjects in the same sequence in which they occur in nature -- an organic, holistic approach that is unique in this discipline. Each chapter also includes strong pedagogical tools and a structured learning path that consists of Key Learning Concepts presented at the start of the chapter, Key Learning Concepts Review at the end of the chapter, and Critical Thinking questions integrated throughout.
Offering current examples and modern science within a one-of-a-kind Earth systems organization, Christopherson combines student-friendly writing, the most current applications, outstanding art, and a strong multimedia program for a truly unique physical geography experience.

Genres: Nonfiction, Stem, Geology, Textbooks, School, Science, College

Paperback

First published April 1, 1900

Reviews

[Justin · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book does a poor job of explaining of the various Geography terms and does not really help students understand the overall picture of what Geography is really about. It does a poor job of explaining the material in away that students can clearly understand.

[Daniel Morgan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book clearly explained the various elements of geosystems, provided lots of examples, problems, and graphics, and was generally easy to use and understand.

[William Lockwood · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tedious at times, but it does a really good job at covering the basics of geosystems. If you enjoy geology.... this text makes it pretty easy to grasp.

[Kurt Nicolai · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thorough

I learned quite a bit from this textbook. Easy to consume information with plenty of pictures and diagrams. Good luck!

[Krischelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unlike many of the "advanced" texts I worked with at Columbia, this provides a very basic background for a person with little to no experience in environmental science or geography. For a person like me with some background, it is a great review and outlines concepts in a way that makes sense. Comes with a CD-ROM (which includes mini-quizzes) that is a great review tool for when you are tired of staring at pages and pages of text.

[Linda Hayashi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Concise, no fat.

[Earl · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall a good book, but a bit dry in some spots.