For introductory courses in Earth Science in departments of Geology, Geography, and Atmospheric Sciences. This tenth edition of Earth Science offers a user-friendly overview of our physical environment with balanced, up-to-date coverage of geology, oceanography, astronomy, and meteorology. The emphasis is on readability, with clear example-driven explanations refined by over twenty years of instructor and student feedback. The text takes full advantage of the subject's visual appeal, with discussions reinforced by incredible color photos and superb illustrations by highly respected Earth Science illustrator Dennis Tasa. A tightly integrated media package further enhances students' understanding of Earth Science.