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Geology and the Environment explores the relationship between humans and the geologic hazards, processes, and resources that surround them. This book is a market leader, thanks to the accessible and entertaining writing style, superior pedagogy, appropriate amount of detail and coverage, and shrewd use of tables that provide meaningful and relevant real data for a readers. -- Each chapter begins with Chapter Openers that include an example to catch the attention of the reader and illustrate the content of the chapter and its importance to humankind. -- Updated discussion of major geologic phenomena such as the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Taiwan, and Hurricane Floyd. Case Studies have been revised and now include up-to-date examples. -- Extensively revised and updated, Chapter 1 now emphasizes student decision-making, careers, resources and relevancy, and a new table illustrating important environmental legislation.