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PublisherCambridge University Press

ISBN-101108866069

ISBN-139781108866064

eBay Product ID (ePID)26050089708

Product Key Features

Edition2

Book TitleMarine Science (2 Years) : for Cambridge International As & a Level

Number of Pages478 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2020

TopicEarth Sciences / Oceanography, Science & Nature / General (See Also Headings under Animals or Technology)

FeaturesRevised

IllustratorYes

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction, Science

AuthorJulian Robson, Claire Brown, Melissa Lorenz, Matthew Parkin

FormatTrade Paperback / eBook

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight48.1 Oz

Item Length10.9 in

Item Width8.6 in

Additional Product Features

Number of Volumes1 vol.

Table Of ContentHow to use this series; How to use this book; Introduction; Introduction to command words; Chapter 1: Water; 1.1 Particle theory and bonding; 1.2 Solubility in water; 1.3 Density and pressure; Chapter 2: Earth processes; 2.1 Tectonic processes; 2.2 Weathering, erosion and sedimentation; 2.3 Tides and ocean currents; Chapter 3: Interactions in marine ecosystems; 3.1 Interactions; 3.2 Feeding relationships; 3.3 Nutrient cycles; Chapter 4: Classification and biodiversity; 4.1 The classification of marine organisms; 4.2 Key groups of marine organisms; 4.3 Biodiversity; 4.4 Populations and sampling techniques; Chapter 5: Examples of marine ecosystems; 5.1 The open ocean; 5.2 The tropical coral reef; 5.3 The rocky shore; 5.4 The sandy shore; Practical skills; 1 Experimental planning including making estimates, predictions and hypotheses; 2 Presentation of data and observations; 3 Evaluation of procedures and data; 4 Analysis of data and conclusions; Chapter 6: Physiology of marine organisms; 6.1 General cell structure; 6.2 Movement of substances; 6.3 Gas exchange; 6.4 Osmoregulation; Chapter 7: Energy; 7.1 Photosynthesis; 7.2 Chemosynthesis; 7.3 Respiration; Chapter 8: Fisheries for the future; 8.1 Life cycles; 8.2 Sustainable fisheries; 8.3 Marine aquaculture; Chapter 9: Human impacts on marine ecosystems; 9.1 Ecological impacts of human activities; 9.2 Global warming and its impact; 9.3 Ocean acidification; 9.4 Conservation of marine ecosystems; Glossary; Index

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

SynopsisFollowing extensive classroom research, this Coursebook has been revised to help students explore the wonders of the underwater world. Written in accessible language for the international learner this book helps students develop essential skills. Extended international case studies take you to the heart of marine ecosystems, with discussion questions that help students apply their knowledge and dive deeper into real-world contexts. Projects give students the opportunity to work collaboratively to explore and present topics. Exam-style questions encourage students to track their understanding with dedicated support for exam command terms., Develop your students theoretical and practical marine science skills for first examination in 2022. Following extensive classroom research, this Coursebook has been revised to help students explore the wonders of the underwater world. Written in accessible language for the international learner this book helps students develop essential skills. Extended international case studies take you to the heart of marine ecosystems, with discussion questions that help students apply their knowledge and dive deeper into real-world contexts. Projects give students the opportunity to work collaboratively to explore and present topics. Exam-style questions encourage students to track their understanding with dedicated support for exam command terms.

LC Classification NumberGC16