Technical Specifications:
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Major topics
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Climate: the sun, water, wind, oceans, and more
Biosphere: ecosystems, plant and animal communities, and more
Human impact: land use, energy consumption, attitudes toward nature, and more
Future: environmental law, technologies, careers, and more
Articles
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- 443 articles, all verified for accuracy by the AAAS
- Hierarchical arrangement for easy access to general or detailed information
- Each article includes photos, graphics, quotes, thought-provoking questions, and/or video clips
- Specified words are linked to a glossary
Data sets
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- 21 sets of environmental data on such topics as rainfall, population, whaling, and pollution
- Up to five graphic displays for each data set, including maps, color graphs, timelines, and interactive graphics
Hot Topics
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- Lively discussions of 21 environmental issues such as endangered species, urban transportation, biodiversity, and nuclear power
- Entertaining "first person" format in which fictional characters describe their dilemmas
- 16 different arguments on each issue
Explore
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- 12 interactive animations on such topics as ocean currents, famous naturalists, the food chain, and energy usage
- Ideal introduction to environmental concepts for younger children
System requirements�?Macintosh
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- Apple Macintosh or PowerBook computer with 68030 or higher processor, or Apple Power Macintosh computer
- 5 MB of RAM
- Macintosh system software 7.0.1 or later
- Hard disk
- 12-inch or larger color monitor (at least 256 colors)
- CD-ROM drive (double-speed drive recommended)
System requirements�?Windows
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- IBM-compatible computer with 25-MHz 80486 or higher processor
- 8 MB of RAM
- Windows 3.0 with Multimedia Extensions, or Windows 3.1
- Hard disk
- 12-inch or larger color monitor
- Video card capable of displaying at least 256 colors
- CD-ROM drive (double-speed drive recommended)
Ordering Information
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Earth Explorer for Macintosh, retail version
In the U.S., Order No. M3781LL/A
- One CD-ROM disc containing Earth Explorer, HyperCard, and QuickTime software
- User's manual
Earth Explorer for Macintosh, school version
In the U.S., Order No. M3782LL/A
- One CD-ROM disc
- Teacher's guide with lesson plans
- User's manual
Earth Explorer for Windows, retail version
In the U.S., Order No. M3783LL/A
- One CD-ROM disc containing Earth Explorer, HyperCard, and QuickTime for Windows software
- User's manual
Article Change History:
15 Feb 1995 - Reclassifed and changed format.
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