Climate and Evolution (Natural Sciences in America)

Climate and Evolution is a scientific book written by William Diller Matthew. The book explores the relationship between climate and evolution, focusing on the impact of changing environmental conditions on the evolution of different species. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of the topic. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of climate change and its impact on the evolution of life on Earth. The second chapter focuses on the role of climate in shaping the distribution and diversity of species across different regions. The following chapters delve deeper into specific examples of how climate change has influenced the evolution of different groups of organisms, such as mammals, birds, and plants. The book also discusses how human activities, such as deforestation and pollution, are affecting the climate and the evolution of species. Throughout the book, Matthew uses a combination of scientific evidence and theoretical models to support his arguments. He also provides numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the concepts he presents. Overall, Climate and Evolution is a comprehensive and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in the relationship between climate and the evolution of life on Earth.With Critical Additions By The Author And Others And A Bibliography Of His Scientific Works.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.