Recent Advances and Issues in Oceanography

by Robert G. Williams, C. Reid Nichols, David Larsen Porter

Book Overview

This volume describes and evaluates the major current research developments in the ocean sciences. Topics include advances in measuring ocean phenomena from space, Iin situ R instruments, and the development of fully integrated observing systems that allow investigators to take environmental snapshots of areas that must be monitored in order to protect property and save lives. The authors emphasize that today's successful oceanographic programs...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1573564060
• ISBN13: 9781573564069
• Release Date: June 2003
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.5" x 9.5"