How Long to Read Fundamentals of Physical Environment

How Long Does it Take to Read Fundamentals of Physical Environment?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 36 minutes to read Fundamentals of Physical Environment by Kevin Pickering

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

How do physical, biological and human environments interact? Fundamentals of the Physical Environment presents a comprehensive introduction to the study of the natural environment. This completely rewritten and expanded edition of the classic student textbook Fundamentals of Physical Geography, adopts a systems approach to explain the complex interactions of the natural environment. The nature of Earth and its oceans; the Earth's climate and the potential impact of climate change; the main processes of geomorphology; and elements of ecosystems (soils and vegetation) are all explained. Chapters on sensitive environments are included in this new edition - polar, Mediterranean, drylands and humid tropical environments - through which the processes introduced in earlier chapters are explored and human-environment interactions are analysed. Topical global environmental problems such as global warming, population explosion and pressures of economic development, are discussed throughout. Accessibly and authoritatively written, this new edition draws on local and global scale examples from around the world to offer students an essential introduction to the complexities of the physical environment. Specific features include: ]L * Clearly structured and accessible text * Superb illustrations: 4-colour plate sections; over 400 informative illustrations * Glossary of terms and key words highlighted throughout the text * Global case studies boxed throughout * Chapter summaries and key points * Annotated further reading lists. A Lecturers' Manual is available to accompany the text.

How long is Fundamentals of Physical Environment?

Fundamentals of Physical Environment by Kevin Pickering is 154 pages long, and a total of 39,116 words.

This makes it 52% the length of the average book. It also has 48% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Fundamentals of Physical Environment Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 33 minutes to read Fundamentals of Physical Environment aloud.

What Reading Level is Fundamentals of Physical Environment?

Fundamentals of Physical Environment is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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