Natural Hazards and Disasters
| AUTHOR | Hyndman, David; Hyndman, Donald |
| PUBLISHER | Cengage Learning (01/01/2016) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
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Succeed in your course with NATURAL HAZARDS AND DISASTERS, 5e. The authors provide easy-to-understand coverage of the geological processes that underlie disasters, explore the impact these processes have on humans and vice versa, and analyze strategies for mitigating these hazards' physical and financial harm. From timely information on recent natural disasters in the United States and around the world to insights on earthquakes associated with fracking, this fascinating book provides the up-to-date information you need to analyze potential hazards and take the steps necessary to survive a natural disaster.
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ISBN-13:
9781305581692
ISBN-10:
1305581695
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
Edition Number:
0005
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Page Count:
576
Carton Quantity:
14
Product Dimensions:
8.90 x 0.90 x 10.80 inches
Weight:
3.00 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Price on Product,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
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BISAC Categories
Science | Earth Sciences - Geology
Library of Congress Control Number:
2015944018
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Succeed in your course with NATURAL HAZARDS AND DISASTERS, 5e. The authors provide easy-to-understand coverage of the geological processes that underlie disasters, explore the impact these processes have on humans and vice versa, and analyze strategies for mitigating these hazards' physical and financial harm. From timely information on recent natural disasters in the United States and around the world to insights on earthquakes associated with fracking, this fascinating book provides the up-to-date information you need to analyze potential hazards and take the steps necessary to survive a natural disaster.
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Author:
Hyndman, David
David Hyndman is Donald's son, and a young star in the geological sciences. He is a full professor at Michigan State University, after earning his PhD from Stanford University in 1995. In 2002 he received the Darcy Distinguished Lecturer award, the top award that a hydrogeologist may receive in his or her field. He has won several teaching awards at MSU as well, and is actively involved in the Interactive Studies 203 course at MSU, one of the largest enrollment earth sciences courses in the country.
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