The Oceans by Donald G Groves

The Oceans by Donald G Groves

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Providing an account of the wonders of the seven seas, this book includes many anecdotes of man's interaction with the sea from ancient times to the present. Explanations are provided for such questions as why the ocean is blue, what causes tidal waves and how engineers extract energy from the sea.

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The Oceans by Donald G Groves

Facts and technical data on the world's oceans The Oceans This guide to the most powerful and mysterious natural force is written for everyone who loves the ocean. The coverage is wide-ranging and in-depth, and the presentation underscores how important the oceans are to the inhabitants of this planet, and how their resources must be protected and best utilized for the welfare of humanity. In a lively, easy-to-read, question-and-answer format, The Oceans offers insights, facts and figures in answer to over 100 questions about the ocean. The information is organized into seven unique categories for study:The Physical OceanThe Biological OceanThe Meteorological OceanThe Chemical OceanThe Geological OceanThe Engineer's OceanThe Global Ocean - Past, Present, and FutureThe Oceans is filled with historical data, scientific theories, and sometimes surprising facts that will serve to increase your enjoyment and appreciation of the planet ocean. And, most likely, this knowledge will heighten your sense of awe for its immense natural forces.
DON GROVES is currently a technical consultant to government, industrial firms, and academic institutions including the Institute for Defense Analysis and the Institute for Technology and Strategic Research. He was a senior staff scientist at the National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council from 1962 to 1988. His industrial experience has included work as an advanced system specialist in ocean science and engineering. A U.S. Naval Reserve Officer, Commander Groves served on active duty in Naval Engineering and Research both in the United States and overseas. He is the author of three books on ocean science, as well as over 250 articles that have appeared in national and international publications.
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ISBN 13 9780471607120
ISBN 10 0471607126
Title The Oceans
Author Donald G Groves
Series Wiley Science Editions
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Year published 1989-04-14
Number of pages 224
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