Description
The 4.4-billion-year history of the oceans and their role in Earth's climate system
It has often been said that we know more about the moon than we do about our own oceans. In fact, we know a great deal more about the oceans than many people realize. Scientists know that our actions today are shaping the oceans and climate of tomorrow-and that if we continue to act recklessly, the consequences will be dire. Eelco Rohling traces the 4.4-billion-year history of Earth's oceans while also shedding light on the critical role they play in our planet's climate system. This timely and accessible book explores the close interrelationships of the oceans, climate, solid Earth processes, and life, using the context of Earth and ocean history to provide perspective on humankind's impacts on the health and habitability of our planet.
About the Author
Eelco J. Rohling is professor of ocean and climate change in the Research School of Earth Sciences at the Australian National University and at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton.
Book Information
ISBN 9780691202648
Author Eelco J. Rohling
Format Paperback
Page Count 272
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publisher Princeton University Press
