Glossary of the Great Lakes

Glossary of the Great Lakes
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 90
Release: 1995
Genre: Environmental protection
ISBN:

This glossary provides a quick and easy reference to environmental programs related to the Great Lakes. It defines organizations, regulations, initiatives, terms and acronyms. This glossary is divided into three sections: Section 1 contains an alphabetically arranged list of scientific terms, as well as state, federal, and international regulations, initiatives, and organizations. Section II contains acronyms and abbreviations with their most commonly used pronunciations and definitions. Section III contains flow charts illustrating the relationships among some of the more complex programs and organizations.

Glossary of the Mapping Sciences

Glossary of the Mapping Sciences
Author: American Society of Civil Engineers
Publisher: ASCE Publications
Total Pages: 596
Release: 1994-01-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780784475706

The Glossary of Mapping Sciences, a joint publication of the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (ACSM), American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS), and American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), contains approximately 10,000 terms that cover the broad professional areas of surveying, mapping and remote sensing. Based on over 150 sources, this glossary west through an extensive review process that included individual experts from the related subject fields and a variety of U.S. federal agencies such as the U.S.Geological Survey. This comprehensive review process helped to ensure the accuracy of the document. The Glossary of Mapping Sciences will find widespread use throughout the related professions and serve as a vehicle to standardize the terminology of the mapping sciences.

A Glossary of Words and Phrases

A Glossary of Words and Phrases
Author: John Russell Barlett
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2023-02-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3382306018

Reprint of the original. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

Glossary of Geology

Glossary of Geology
Author: Klaus K. E. Neuendorf
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 814
Release: 2005
Genre: Geology
ISBN: 9780922152766

The fifth edition of the Glossary of Geology contains nearly 40,000 entries, including 3.600 new terms and nearly 13,000 entries with revised definitions from the previous edition. In addition to definitions, many entries include background information and aids to syllabication. The Glossary draws its authority from the expertise of more than 100 geoscientists in many specialties who reviewed definitions and added new terms.

The Mystery on the Great Lakes

The Mystery on the Great Lakes
Author: Carole Marsh
Publisher: Gallopade International
Total Pages: 165
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0635080702

Christina, Grant, Mimi and Papa fly the Mystery Girl, and take the mystery boat, Mimi, to all the Great Lakes on a wild and watery adventurous mystery of shipwrecks, haunted lighthouses, and island intrigue! LOOK what's in this mystery - people, places, history, and more! Facts about the Great Lakes: Geography and Topography; Size; Nicknames; Marine life and ecology; Fresh water; Percentage of the fresh surface water in the world Š Types of ships that use the Great Lakes: Freighters; Cutters and Ice Breaker Ships; Schooners; Pleasure boats Š Shipwrecks: The Francisco Morazan, South Manitou Island, Lake Michigan; The Lucerne, Lake Superior; Edmund Fitzgerald, Lake Superior; Environmental impact Š Shipping on the Great Lakes: Shipping routes; Types of Cargo; Economic benefits Š Weather on the Great Lakes: Thunder and Lightning Storms; Whiteouts; Nor'easter; Rouge Waves Š Sand dunes Š Lighthouses Š Bessie, the legend of the Lake monster Š Distress signals and radio communications ? Maritime law. Niagara Falls, NY Š Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland, OH Š MI: Great Sleeping Bear Dunes, North Manitou Island; Manitou Islands; Round Island Lighthouse; Mackinac Island - History, culture, foods, and folklore; Mackinac Straights Island House Hotel; Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum; Maritime Cathedral Š Little Sand Bay and the Apostle Islands - Visitor center; Sand Island - Ferryboat ride; Lighthouse ŠDevils Island - Lighthouse; Caves. Like all of Carole Marsh Mysteries, this mystery incorporates history, geography, culture and cliffhanger chapters that will keep kids begging for more! This mystery includes SAT words, educational facts, fun and humor, built-in book club and activities. Below is the Reading Levels Guide for this book: Grade Levels: 3-6 Accelerated Reader Reading Level: 3.9 Accelerated Reader Points: 2 Accelerated Reader Quiz Number: 135936 Lexile Measure: 620 Fountas & Pinnell Guided Reading Level: Q Developmental Assessment Level: 40

The Great Lakes

The Great Lakes
Author: Janet Piehl
Publisher: Lerner Publications
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0761359605

Do you know where to find the world’s largest freshwater lake? Or which lake has more than thirty thousand islands? Get ready to explore the Great Lakes! People rely on the lakes for food, fun, and transportation. Just how were the Great Lakes formed? And what problems do the lakes face? Read this book to find out!