Best Test Preparation for the AP Environmental Science Exam

Get the AP college credits you've worked so hard for... Our savvy test experts show you the way to master the test and score higher. This new and fully expanded edition examines all AP Environmental Science topics including in-depth coverage of conservation, environmental health hazards, and biodiversity. The comprehensive review covers every possible exam topic: earth systems, population dynamics, human health, planetary resources and more. Features 4 full-length practice exams with all answers thoroughly explained. Follow up your study with REA's test-taking strategies, powerhouse drills and study schedule that get you ready for test day. DETAILS - Comprehensive, up-to-date subject review of every AP Environmental Science area used in the AP exam - Study schedule tailored to your needs - Packed with proven key exam tips, insights and advice - 4 full-length practice exams. All exam answers are fully detailed with easy-to-follow, easy-to-grasp explanations. TABLE OF CONTENTS About Our Author Independent Study Schedule Chapter 1: EXCELLING ON THE AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE EXAM About this Book About the Advanced Placement Program About the AP Environmental Science Exam AP Environmental Science Exam Content About Our AP Course Review Scoring REA's Practice Exams Scoring the Official Exams Studying for Your AP Exam Test-Taking Tips What You'll Face on Test Day Chapter 2: MATTER AND ENERGY IN THE ENVIRONMENT Organization of Matter Conservation of Matter Conservation of Energy Case Summaries Chapter 3: EARTH SYSTEMS AND GLOBAL CHANGES Properties That Drive Global Processes Earth Atmosphere CaseSummaries Chapter 4: THE BIOSPHERE Productivity and Food Chains Population Interactions Traits of Biological Communities Biomes Biodiversity Case Summaries Chapter 5: POPULATION DYNAMICS Fundamentals of Population Biology Human Populations Case Summary Chapter 6: HUMAN HEALTH Morbidity and Mortality Environmental Health Hazards Identifying Health Risks Factors That Affect Toxicity Case Summaries Chapter 7: ATMOSPHERE RESOURCES Composition of the Atmosphere Air Pollution: Sources and Solutions Effects of Air Pollution Case Summaries Chapter 8: WATER RESOURCES Water Compartments and the Water Cycle Trends in Water Use Water Pollution Wastewater Treatment Case Summaries Chapter 9: LAND RESOURCES Principles of Land Use Management of Specific Land Uses Case Summaries Chapter 10: ENERGY RESOURCES Understanding Energy Non-Renewable Energy Sources Renewable Energy Sources Patterns of Human Energy Use Case Summaries Chapter 11: ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY Economic Forces Environmental Ethics Environmental History, Laws, and Regulations Environmental Laws Environmental Policy and Management Case Summaries PRACTICE EXAMS AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE EXAM I Answer Key Detailed Explanations of Answers AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE EXAM II Answer Key Detailed Explanations of Answers AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE EXAM III Answer Key Detailed Explanations of Answers AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE EXAM IV Answer Key Detailed Explanations of Answers ANSWER SHEETS GLOSSARY INDEX EXCERPT About Research & EducationAssociation Research & Education Association (REA) is an organization of educators, scientists, and engineers specializing in various academic fields. Founded in 1959 with the purpose of disseminating the most recently developed scientific information to groups in industry, government, high schools, and universities, REA has since become a successful and highly respected publisher of study aids, test preps, handbooks, and reference works. REA's Test Preparation series includes study guides for all academic levels in almost all disciplines. Research & Education Association publishReel, Kevin R. is the author of 'Best Test Preparation for the AP Environmental Science Exam ', published 2005 under ISBN 9780738600413 and ISBN 0738600415.