„Overall, this book offers a comprehensive overview of many important subjects in atmospheric sciences that are interesting to environmental scientists. It makes a worthwhile addition to your shelf for a quick reference if you seek a general understanding of those topics.“ (Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society, 1 October 2010)
„Hewitt and Jackson have succeeded admirably in presenting a cogent and thoughtful book.... This volume is a pleasure.“ (The Quarterly Review of Biology, December 2009)
„With magnificent detail describing the links between atmosphere and environment, the book is a valuable reference for understanding current climate science and the debate on climate change.“ (Drug and Alcohol Review, September 2009)
Climate change and air quality are two of the most pressing issuesfacing Mankind. This book gives undergraduate and graduate studentsand professionals working in the science and policy of pollution, climate change and air quality a broad and up-to-date account ofour understanding of the processes that occur in the atmosphere, how these are changing as Man's relentless use of naturalresources continues and what effects these changes are having onthe Earth's climate and the quality of the air we breath.
Written by an international team of experts, this text gives anexcellent overview of our current understanding of the state of theEarth's atmosphere and how it is changing. It is aninvaluable resource for students, teachers and professionals.
Key features:
* End of chapter questions
* Each chapter includes both basic concepts and more in-depthmaterial, allowing faculty to direct students accordingly
* Most up-to-date treatment of key issues such as stratosphericchemistry, urban air pollution, and climate change
Written by an international team of experts, this text gives anexcellent overview of our current understanding of the state of theEarth's atmosphere and how it is changing. It is aninvaluable resource for students, teachers and professionals.
Key features:
* End of chapter questions
* Each chapter includes both basic concepts and more in-depthmaterial, allowing faculty to direct students accordingly
* Most up-to-date treatment of key issues such as stratosphericchemistry, urban air pollution, and climate change
