The text explains how scientists have found it necessary to share their research across disciplines to try and understand Earth's complexities, and how they are being affected by human activities. It brings together the interactions that occur in the living and non-living world, and provides students with a solid understanding of the processes that take place on and around Earth and the synergies that exist between them. Topics covered include the role of science and technology in society; matter and energy; astronomy; geology; meteorology; oceanography; biology; environmental science; and much more. With colorful photo references, charts and tables, to help illustrate the subjects, this text is an impacting resource for students of science in the twenty-first century.

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