Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists
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Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists

  1. 511 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
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Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists

About this book

A practice-oriented and accessible introduction to geographical statistics

In the newly revised Second Edition of Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists, distinguished researcher Nigel Walford delivers an authoritative and easy-to-follow introduction to the principles and applications of statistical analysis in a geographical context. The book assists students in the development of competence in the statistical procedures necessary to conduct independent investigations, field-work, and related geographical research projects.

The book explains statistical techniques relevant to geographical, geospatial, earth, and environmental data. It employs graphics and mathematical notation for maximum clarity. Guidance is provided on how to formulate research questions to ensure that the correct data is collected for the chosen analysis method.

This new edition incorporates a new section on exploratory spatial analysis and spatial statistics. It also offers:

  • A thorough introduction to first principles in the statistical analysis of geographical data, including discussions of the quality, content, collection, and acquisition of geographical data
  • In-depth treatments of geographical data exploration, including the taking of statistical measures or quantities, as well as frequency distributions, probability, and hypotheses
  • Comprehensive explorations of testing times, including parametric and nonparametric tests
  • Insightful discussions of relationship investigation, including correlation and regression, as well as the spatial aspects of geographical data

Perfect for undergraduates pursuing a degree in geography, Practical Statistics for Geographers and Earth Scientists will also be a valuable tool for students in other earth and environmental sciences.

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Information

Publisher
Wiley
Year
2025
Print ISBN
9781119526971
eBook ISBN
9781119526995
Edition
2
Topic
Physical Sciences
Subtopic
Geography
Index
Geography

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Dedication Page
  5. Contents
  6. Preface to the Second Edition
  7. Acknowledgements
  8. About the Companion Website
  9. Section I First Principles
  10. Section II Exploring Geographical Data
  11. Plate section: Statistical Analysis Planner and Checklist falls between pages 159 and 161
  12. Section III Testing Times
  13. Section IV Forming an Association or Relationship
  14. Section V Explicitly Spatial
  15. Section VI Practical Application
  16. Glossary
  17. Index
  18. EULA