Author

Publication

2001-02-01 - University Science Books

Language

English

Word Count

52,750 words, Guess

Page Count

211 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

  • Open LibraryOL8716634M
  • ISBN-139781891389177
  • ISBN-101891389173
  • OCLC Control Number45066391
  • Library of Congress Control Number00047663
and 2 more
  • Goodreads2043642
  • LibraryThing6601112

Classifications

  • LCCGE45.M38H37 2001

Description

"Following in the tradition of Consider a Spherical Cow, the Cylindrical Cow will help students achieve a whole new level of environmental modeling and problem solving. Featuring a new core set of 25 fully worked-out problems, this book uses real problems in environmental science rather than relying on the more traditional "cookbook" problems found in textbooks. It is organized according to five thematic sections on probability, optimization, scaling, differential equations, and stability and feedback. Each section begins with a general treatment of the relevant mathematical concepts, and concludes with a range of homework exercises to help students sharpen their modeling skills." "Like its predecessor, this book will empower students with the mathematical skills needed to cut through the complexity of real-world problems."--Jacket.

First Sentence

No branch of mathematics is more widely used and misused in everyday life than probability.

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