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Southern Wonder

Alabama's Surprising Biodiversity

By: R. Scot Duncan,Edward O. Wilson

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Southern Wonder

Alabama's Surprising Biodiversity

By: R. Scot Duncan,Edward O. Wilson

Southern Wonder explores Alabama’s amazing biological diversity, the reasons for the large number of species in the state, and the importance of their preservation. Alabama ranks fifth in the nation in number of species of plants and animals found in the state, surpassed only by the much larger western states of California,Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico. When all the species of birds, trees, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, wildflowers, dragonflies, tiger beetles, and ants are tallied, Alabama harbors more species than 90 percent of the other states in the United States. Alabamais particularly rich in aquatic biodiversity, leading the nation in species of freshwater fishes, turtles, mussels, crayfish, snails, damselflies, and carnivorous plants. The state also hosts an exceptional number of endemic species—those not found beyond its borders—ranking seventh in the nation with 144 species. The state’s 4,533 species, with more being inventoried and discovered each year, are supported by no less than 64 distinct ecological systems—each a unique blend of soil, water, sunlight, heat, and natural disturbance regimes. Habitats include dry forests, moist forests, swamp forests, sunny prairies, grassy barrens, scorching glades, rolling dunes, and bogs filled with pitcher plants and sundews. The state also includes a region of subterranean ecosystems that are more elaborate and species rich than any other place on the continent. Although Alabama is teeming with life, the state’s prominence as a refuge for plants and animals is poorly appreciated. Even among Alabama’s citizens, few outside a small circle of biologists, advocates, and other naturalists understand the special quality of the state’s natural heritage. R. Scot Duncan rectifies this situation in Southern Wonder by providing a well-written, comprehensive overview that the general public, policy makers, and teachers can understand and use. Readers are taken on an exploratory journey of the state’s varied landscapes—from the Tennessee River Valley to the coastal dunes—and are introduced to remarkable species, such as the cave salamander and the beach mouse. By interweaving the disciplines of ecology, evolution, meteorology, and geology into an accessible whole, Duncan explains clearly why Alabama is so biotically rich and champions efforts for its careful preservation. Published in Cooperation with The Nature Conservancy

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459

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University of Alabama Press

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0817357505

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9780817357504

The Atmosphere

An Introduction to Meteorology

By: Frederick K. Lutgens,Edward J. Tarbuck

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The Atmosphere

An Introduction to Meteorology

By: Frederick K. Lutgens,Edward J. Tarbuck

This text offers an introduction to the atmosphere, its components, problems and applications. Most of the maps and artwork in this edition have been revised and updated. The book includes coverage of the record-setting 1995 hurricane season, and examples from the 1996 season.

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488

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0133506126

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9780133506129

Foundations of Earth Science Study Guide

By: Edward J. Tarbuck

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Foundations of Earth Science Study Guide

By: Edward J. Tarbuck

Includes Learning Objectives, Chapter Review, Chapter Outline, Vocabulary Review, Key Terms, Comprehensive Review, and Practice Tests.

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288

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Prentice Hall

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013033815X

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9780130338150

Student Lecture Notebook

Earth: an Introduction to Physical Geology [by] Tarbuck, Lutgens

By: Molly Bell,Edward J. Tarbuck

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Student Lecture Notebook

Earth: an Introduction to Physical Geology [by] Tarbuck, Lutgens

By: Molly Bell,Edward J. Tarbuck

All of the line art from the text and transparency set are reproduced in this full color notebook. Students can now fully focus on the lecture and not be distracted by replicating drawings. Each page is three-hole punched for easy integration with other course materials.

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196

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Prentice Hall

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0131566938

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9780131566934

Earth Science

By: Edward J. Tarbuck,Frederick K. Lutgens,Dennis Tasa

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Earth Science

By: Edward J. Tarbuck,Frederick K. Lutgens,Dennis Tasa

Earth science, 14th edition, is a college-level text designed for an introductory course in Earth science. It consists of seven units that emphasize broad and up-to-date coverage of basic topics and principles in geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. The book is intended to be a meaningful, nontechnical survey for undergraduate students with little background in science. Usually these students are taking an Earth science class to meet a portion of their college or university's general requirements. In addition to being informative and up-to-date, Earth science, 14th edition, strives to meet the need of beginning students for a readable and user-friendly text and a highly usable "tool" for learning basic Earth science principles and concepts"--Provided by publisher.

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768

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Prentice Hall

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0321928091

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9780321928092

Earth

An Introduction to Physical Geology

By: Richard M. Busch,Edward J. Tarbuck,Frederick K. Lutgens

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Earth

An Introduction to Physical Geology

By: Richard M. Busch,Edward J. Tarbuck,Frederick K. Lutgens

Includes Learning Objectives, Vocabulary Review, Applying What You Have Learned, Activities and Problems, Review Exam, images from the text for reference, and an Answer Key to selected questions.

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0130920312

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9780130920317

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