Two thirds of our planet is covered by oceans and seas. Over recent
decades developments in ocean science have dramatically improved
our understanding of the key role oceans play in the Earth System,
and how vital they are for regulating global climate. Humans depend
on the oceans for many resources, but at the same time their
impacts on the marine systems around the world are of increasing
concern. Introducing Oceanography has been written by two leading
oceanographers to provide a succinct overview of the science of the
study of the seas for students and for the interested adult wanting
a topical guide to this enormous and complex subject. The initial
chapters describe the oceans and the forces at work within them.
The authors then discuss the effects of light, the chemistry of the
seas and the food web before surveying biological oceanography in
the main oceanic regions. The final chapter looks at the
methodology of ocean study. Copiously illustrated, this book is
intended for those whose interest in oceanography has been
stimulated, perhaps by media coverage of declining resources or
climate change and who want to know more. Technical terms are kept
to a minimum and are explained in a glossary.
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