This volume discusses and illustrates the effects of the world's population on natural resources, land use, atmosphere, chemicals, wastes, ecosystems, and biodiversity. It is filled with high-quality maps, charts, and informative illustrations.'--'Outstanding Reference Sources,' American Libraries, May 2002. (view table of contents)

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Product Description: Ten years ago, Project 2061 of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) set out to define what it means to be science literate. Project 2061 confronted this issue head on with the creation of Science for All Americans, a work that defined the knowledge, skills, and habits of mind that all citizens need to live interesting, responsible, and productive lives in a culture shaped by science and technology...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

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Leading scientists examine the biological, social, and psychological aspects of race as determined by empirical research and relate these findings to current social trends.