Three years have passed since the first edition of Basics of Environmental Science appeared. During this time new concerns have arisen, the controversy in Britain over the safety and desirability of genetically modified foods being the most spectacular example. At the same time, our understanding of other issues has improved as more information about them has been gathered. | NOiJLiaalasz Basics of Environmental Science I MICHAEL ALLABY Also available as a printed book see title verso for ISBN details Basics of Environmental Science Basics of Environmental Science is an engaging introduction to environmental study. The book offers everyone studying and interested in the environment an essential understanding of natural environments and the way they function. It covers the entire breadth of the environmental sciences providing concise non-technical explanations of physical processes and systems and the effects of human activities. In this second edition the scientific background to major environmental issues is clearly explained. These include global warming genetically modified foods desertification acid rain deforestation human population growth depleting resources and nuclear power generation. There are also descriptions of the 10 major biomes. Michael Allaby is the author or co-author of more than 60 books most on various aspects of environmental science. In addition he has also edited or co-edited seven scientific dictionaries and edited an anthology of writing about the .
