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9781107009363

Understanding the Earth System

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  • ISBN13:

    9781107009363

  • ISBN10:

    1107009367

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2012-09-24
  • Publisher: Cambridge Univ Pr

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Summary

Explaining the what, the how and the why of climate science, this multidisciplinary new book provides a review of research from the last decade, illustrated with cutting-edge data and observations. A key focus is the development of analysis tools that can be used to demonstrate options for mitigating and adapting to increasing climate risks. Emphasis is given to the importance of Earth system feedback mechanisms and the role of the biosphere. The book explains advances in modelling, process understanding and observations, and the development of consistent and coherent studies of past, present and 'possible' climates. This highly-illustrated, data-rich book is written by leading scientists involved in QUEST, a major UK-led research programme. It forms a concise and up-to-date reference for academic researchers or students in the fields of climatology, Earth system science and ecology, and also a vital resource for professionals and policymakers working on any aspect of global change.

Table of Contents

List of editors, scientific editorial team and contributing authors
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgements
List of notation
Earth system science and society: a focus on the Anthroposphere
Fundamentals of climate change science
How has climate responded to natural perturbations?
The Earth system feedbacks that matter for contemporary climate
Earth system models: a tool to understand changes in the Earth system
Climate change impacts and adaptation: an Earth system view
Mitigating climate risks by managing the biosphere
How our Earth system science understanding shapes society's options - key findings, implications and a forward look
List of acronyms
Glossary
Index
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