Unnatural Disasters: Case Studies of Human-Induced Environmental Catastrophes

by Angus M. Gunn

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This reference resource describes both the scientific background and the economic and social issues that resulted from environmental disasters resulting primarily from human activity. Categorized by the type of tragedy--including coal mine tragedies, dam failures, industrial explosions, and oil spills--this one-stop guide provides students with descriptions of some of the world's most tragic environmental disasters. Entries clearly describe each...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0313319995

ISBN13:9780313319990

Release Date:November 2003

Publisher:Greenwood

Length:160 Pages

Weight:0.40 lbs.

Dimensions:0.7" x 6.2" x 9.7"

Related Subjects

Biological Sciences Biology Earth Sciences Education & Reference Engineering Environmental Science Human Geography Nature & Ecology Politics & Social Sciences Reference Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology Social Science Social Sciences

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