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Can I read Oceanography : an Invitation to Marine Science on EtoBox?

Oceanography : an Invitation to Marine Science by Tom S. Garrison is a science book available to read on EtoBox.

What is Oceanography : an Invitation to Marine Science about?

Developed in partnership with the National Geographic Society, market-leading OCEANOGRAPHY: AN INVITATION TO MARINE SCIENCE, 9e equips students with a basic understanding of the scientific questions, complexities, and uncertainties involved in ocean use-as well as the role and importance of the ocean in nurturing and sustaining life on Earth. The Ninth Edition features the work of seasoned author and educator Tom Garrison along with new co-author Robert Ellis, an assistant professor in the Marine Science Department at Orange Coast College who has managed research projects and educational programs throughout the world. Offering an even stronger emphasis on the science process, the new edition includes more How Do We Know? boxes detailing the science behind how oceanographers know what they know. Coverage of climate change has been updated to reflect the latest findings. In addition, Chapter 14 has been renamed Primary Producers and now includes expanded coverage of photosynthetic and chemosynthetic producers to help students understand the big picture in marine biology. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available

Who reads Oceanography : an Invitation to Marine Science?

It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Tom S. Garrison
Publisher
National Geographic Learning : Cengage Learning
Published
2015
Language
EN
ISBN
9781305254282
Category
science
Subjects
Anthropology, Nature, Science
Rating
4.4 / 5 (76 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-14

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