Understanding the changing planet
National Research Council (U.S.). Committee on Strategic Directions for the Geographical Sciences in the Next Decade
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Understanding the changing planet
Published
2010
Publisher
National Academies Press
Pages
155
ISBN-13
9780309150750
ISBN-10
0309150752
Description
"From the oceans to continental heartlands, human activities have altered the physical characteristics of Earth's surface. With Earth's population projected to peak at 8 to 12 billion people by 2050 and the additional stress of climate change, it is more important than ever to understand how and where these changes are happening. Innovation in the geographical sciences has the potential to advance knowledge of place-based environmental change, sustainability, and the impacts of a rapidly changing economy and society. Understanding the Changing Planet outlines eleven strategic directions to focus research and leverage new technologies to harness the potential that the geographical sciences offer."--Publisher's description.
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How many pages are in Understanding the changing planet?
This edition of Understanding the changing planet has approximately 155 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Understanding the changing planet?
For most readers, Understanding the changing planet typically takes between 3h 14m and 2h 9m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 38,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 35m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 38,750 words
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What is the word count of Understanding the changing planet?
The estimated word count for Understanding the changing planet is approximately 38,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Understanding the changing planet?
Understanding the changing planet was written by National Research Council (U.S.). Committee on Strategic Directions for the Geographical Sciences in the Next Decade.
When was Understanding the changing planet published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2010. The original work may have been published on a different date.