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Encyclopedia of Soils in the Environment (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Michael J. Goss, Margaret A. Oliver Encyclopedia of Soils in the Environment (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Michael J. Goss, Margaret A. Oliver
R70,463 Discovery Miles 704 630 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Approx.3300 pages

Treatise on Geomorphology (Hardcover, 2nd edition): John F. Shroder Treatise on Geomorphology (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
John F. Shroder
R122,836 Discovery Miles 1 228 360 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Treatise on Geomorphology, Second Edition, Eleven Volume Set is organized into eleven volumes built on the outstanding success of the first edition. This comprehensive introduction to the large and diverse discipline of geomorphology provides a key reference tool for undergraduate geology students looking for term paper topics, graduate students starting a literature review for their thesis work, and for professionals seeking a concise summary of a particular topic. The tools available to understand geomorphology have greatly advanced in recent years, hence this new release will complement the work of a variety of professionals who are interested in topics such as GIScience, Remote Sensing and Karst.

Moving to Higher Ground - Rising Sea Level and the Path Forward (Hardcover): Englander Moving to Higher Ground - Rising Sea Level and the Path Forward (Hardcover)
Englander; Foreword by Angus King; Afterword by Sir David King
R679 Discovery Miles 6 790 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Spatial Data on Water - Geospatial Technologies and Data Management (Hardcover): Hassane Jarar Oulidi Spatial Data on Water - Geospatial Technologies and Data Management (Hardcover)
Hassane Jarar Oulidi
R2,727 Discovery Miles 27 270 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Spatial Data on Water: Geospatial Technologies and Data Management focuses on the worldwide corroborated difficulties in accessing data, a major hindrance in conducting water related studies in several domains.

Earth's Oldest Rocks (Paperback, 2nd edition): Martin J. Van Kranendonk, Vickie Bennett, Elis Hoffmann Earth's Oldest Rocks (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Martin J. Van Kranendonk, Vickie Bennett, Elis Hoffmann
R5,292 R4,919 Discovery Miles 49 190 Save R373 (7%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Earth's Oldest Rocks, Second Edition, is the only single reference source for geological research of early Earth. This new edition is an up-to-date collection of scientific articles on all aspects of the early history of the Earth, from planetary accretion at 4.567 billion years ago (Ga), to the onset of modern-style plate tectonics at 3.2 Ga. Since the first edition was published, significant new advances have been made in our understanding of events and processes on early Earth that correspond with new advances in technology. The book includes contributions from over 100 authors, all of whom are experts in their respective fields. The research in this reference concentrates on what is directly gleaned from the existing rock record to understand how our planet formed and evolved during the planetary accretion phase, formation of the first crust, the changing dynamics of the mantle and style of tectonics, life's foothold and early development, and mineral deposits. It is an ideal resource for academics, students and the general public alike.

Energy and Climate Change - An Introduction to Geological Controls, Interventions and Mitigations (Paperback): Michael... Energy and Climate Change - An Introduction to Geological Controls, Interventions and Mitigations (Paperback)
Michael Stephenson
R2,942 R2,461 Discovery Miles 24 610 Save R481 (16%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Energy and Climate Change: An Introduction to Geological Controls, Interventions and Mitigations examines the Earth system science context of the formation and use of fossil fuel resources, and the implications for climate change. It also examines the historical and economic trends of fossil fuel usage and the ways in which these have begun to affect the natural system (i.e., the start of the Anthropocene). Finally, the book examines the effects we might expect in the future looking at evidence from the "deep time" past, and looks at ways to mitigate climate change by using negative emissions technology (e.g. bioenergy and carbon capture and storage, BECCS), but also by adapting to perhaps a higher than "two degree world," particularly in the most vulnerable, developing countries. Energy and Climate Change is an essential resource for geoscientists, climate scientists, environmental scientists, and students; as well as policy makers, energy professionals, energy statisticians, energy historians and economists.

The Geological Interpretation of Well Logs (Paperback, 3rd Revised edition): M.H. Rider, Martin Kennedy The Geological Interpretation of Well Logs (Paperback, 3rd Revised edition)
M.H. Rider, Martin Kennedy
R1,669 Discovery Miles 16 690 In Stock
Quantifying and Managing Soil Functions in Earth's Critical Zone, Volume 142 - Combining Experimentation and Mathematical... Quantifying and Managing Soil Functions in Earth's Critical Zone, Volume 142 - Combining Experimentation and Mathematical Modelling (Hardcover)
Donald L. Sparks; Volume editing by Steven A. Banwart
R4,484 Discovery Miles 44 840 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Quantifying and Managing Soil Functions in Earth's Critical Zone: Combining Experimentation and Mathematical Modelling, Volume 142, the latest in the Advances in Agronomy series continues its reputation as a leading reference and first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. Each volume contains an eclectic group of reviews by leading scientists throughout the world. Five volumes are published yearly, ensuring that the authors' contributions are disseminated to the readership in a timely manner. As always, the subjects covered are varied and exemplary of the myriad of subject matter dealt with by this long-running serial.

Chemostratigraphy - Concepts, Techniques, and Applications (Hardcover, UK ed.): Mu Ramkumar Chemostratigraphy - Concepts, Techniques, and Applications (Hardcover, UK ed.)
Mu Ramkumar
R2,901 Discovery Miles 29 010 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Chemostratigraphy: Concepts, Techniques, and Applications is the first collection of contributed articles that introduces young geoscientists to the discipline while providing seasoned practitioners with a standard reference that showcases the topic's most recent research and application developments. This multi-contributed reference on one of the youngest and most dynamic branches of the geosciences includes articles from some of the world's leading researchers. This book is a one-stop source of chemostratigraphy theory and application, helping geoscientists navigate through the wealth of new research that has emerged in recent years.

Elements of Petroleum Geology (Hardcover, 3rd edition): Richard C. Selley, Stephen A Sonnenberg Elements of Petroleum Geology (Hardcover, 3rd edition)
Richard C. Selley, Stephen A Sonnenberg
R2,834 R2,631 Discovery Miles 26 310 Save R203 (7%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This Third Edition of Elements of Petroleum Geology is completely updated and revised to reflect the vast changes in the field since publication of the Second Edition. This book is a usefulprimer for geophysicists, geologists, and petroleum engineers in the oil industry who wish to expand their knowledge beyond their specialized area. It is also an excellent introductory text for a university course in petroleum geoscience. Elements of Petroleum Geology begins with an account of the physical and chemical properties of petroleum, reviewing methods of petroleum exploration and production. These methods include drilling, geophysical exploration techniques, wireline logging, and subsurface geological mapping. After describing the temperatures and pressures of the subsurface environment and the hydrodynamics of connate fluids, Selley examines the generation and migration of petroleum, reservoir rocks and trapping mechanisms, and the habit of petroleum in sedimentary basins. The book contains an account of the composition and formation of tar sands and oil shales, and concludes with a brief review of prospect risk analysis, reserve estimation, and other economic topics.

Spatio-Temporal Methods in Environmental Epidemiology (Paperback): Gavin Shaddick, James V. Zidek Spatio-Temporal Methods in Environmental Epidemiology (Paperback)
Gavin Shaddick, James V. Zidek
R1,424 Discovery Miles 14 240 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Teaches Students How to Perform Spatio-Temporal Analyses within Epidemiological Studies Spatio-Temporal Methods in Environmental Epidemiology is the first book of its kind to specifically address the interface between environmental epidemiology and spatio-temporal modeling. In response to the growing need for collaboration between statisticians and environmental epidemiologists, the book links recent developments in spatio-temporal methodology with epidemiological applications. Drawing on real-life problems, it provides the necessary tools to exploit advances in methodology when assessing the health risks associated with environmental hazards. The book's clear guidelines enable the implementation of the methodology and estimation of risks in practice. Designed for graduate students in both epidemiology and statistics, the text covers a wide range of topics, from an introduction to epidemiological principles and the foundations of spatio-temporal modeling to new research directions. It describes traditional and Bayesian approaches and presents the theory of spatial, temporal, and spatio-temporal modeling in the context of its application to environmental epidemiology. The text includes practical examples together with embedded R code, details of specific R packages, and the use of other software, such as WinBUGS/OpenBUGS and integrated nested Laplace approximations (INLA). A supplementary website provides additional code, data, examples, exercises, lab projects, and more. Representing a major new direction in environmental epidemiology, this book-in full color throughout-underscores the increasing need to consider dependencies in both space and time when modeling epidemiological data. Students will learn how to identify and model patterns in spatio-temporal data as well as exploit dependencies over space and time to reduce bias and inefficiency.

The Quaternary Period in the United States, Volume 1 (Hardcover): A.R. Gillespie, S.C. Porter, B.F. Atwater The Quaternary Period in the United States, Volume 1 (Hardcover)
A.R. Gillespie, S.C. Porter, B.F. Atwater
R3,934 Discovery Miles 39 340 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book reviews advances in understanding of the past ca. two million years of Earth history - the Quaternary Period - in the United States. It begins with sections on ice and water - as glaciers, permafrost, oceans, rivers, lakes, and aquifers. Six chapters are devoted to the high-latitude Pleistocene ice sheets, to mountain glaciations of the western United States, and to permafrost studies. Other chapters discuss ice-age lakes, caves, sea-level fluctuations, and riverine landscapes. With a chapter on landscape evolution models, the book turns to essays on geologic processes. Two chapters discuss soils and their responses to climate, and wind-blown sediments. Two more describe volcanoes and earthquakes, and the use of Quaternary geology to understand the hazards they pose. The next part of the book is on plants and animals. Five chapters consider the Quaternary history of vegetation in the United States. Other chapters treat forcing functions and vegetation response at different spatial and temporal scales, the role of fire as a catalyst of vegetation change during rapid climate shifts, and the use of tree rings in inferring age and past hydroclimatic conditions. Three chapters address vertebrate paleontology and the extinctions of large mammals at the end of the last glaciation, beetle assemblages and the inferences they permit about past conditions, and the peopling of North America. A final chapter addresses the numerical modeling of Quaternary climates, and the role paleoclimatic studies and climatic modeling has in predicting future response of the Earth's climate system to the changes we have wrought.

Carbonate Reservoirs: Porosity, Evolution and Diagenesis in a Sequence Stratigraphic Framework, Volume 55 (Hardcover, 2 Revised... Carbonate Reservoirs: Porosity, Evolution and Diagenesis in a Sequence Stratigraphic Framework, Volume 55 (Hardcover, 2 Revised Edition)
Clyde H Moore
R5,163 Discovery Miles 51 630 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Paleomagnetism, Volume 73 - Continents and Oceans (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Michael W. McElhinny, Phillip L. McFadden Paleomagnetism, Volume 73 - Continents and Oceans (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Michael W. McElhinny, Phillip L. McFadden; Series edited by Renata Dmowska, James R. Holton +, H. Thomas Rossby
R1,494 Discovery Miles 14 940 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Paleomagnetism is the study of the fossil magnetism in rocks. It has been paramount in determining that the continents have drifted over the surface of the Earth throughout geological time. The fossil magnetism preserved in the ocean floor has demonstrated how continental drift takes place through the process of sea-floor spreading. The methods and techniques used in paleomagnetic studies of continental rocks and of the ocean floor are described and then applied to determining horizontal movements of the Earth's crust over geological time. An up-to-date review of global paleomagnetic data enables 1000 million
years of Earth history to be summarized in terms of the drift of the major crustal blocks over the surface of the Earth.
The first edition of McElhinny's book was heralded as a "classic and definitive text." It thoroughly discussed the theory of geomagnetism, the geologic
reversals of the Earth's magnetic field, and the shifting of magnetic poles. In the 25 years since the highly successful first edition of Palaeomagnetism and Plate Tectonics (Cambridge, 1973) the many advances in the concepts, methodology, and insights into paleomagnetism warrant this new treatment. This completely updated and revised edition of Paleomagnetism: Continents and Oceans will be a welcome resource for a broad audience of earth scientists as well as laypeople curious about magnetism, paleogeography, geology, and plate tectonics.
Because the book is intended for a wide audience of geologists, geophysicists, and oceanographers, it balances the mathematical and descriptive aspects of each topic.
* Details the theory and methodology of rock magnetism, with particular emphasis onintrepreting crustal movements from continental and oceanic measurements
* Outlines Earth history for the past 1000 million years, from the Rodinia super-continent through its breakup and the formation of Gondwana to the formation and breakup of Pangea and the amalgamation of Eurasia
* Provides a comprehensive treatment of oceanic paleomagnetism
* Provides a set of color pateogeographic maps covering the past 250 million years
* Written by two internationally recognized experts in the field

Nature and Properties of Soils, The,  Global Edition (Paperback, 15th edition): Raymond Weil, Nyle Brady Nature and Properties of Soils, The, Global Edition (Paperback, 15th edition)
Raymond Weil, Nyle Brady
R2,577 Discovery Miles 25 770 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Developed for Introduction to Soils or Soil Science courses, The Nature and Properties of Soils, 15th Edition, can be used in courses such as Soil Fertility, Land Resources, Earth Science and Soil Geography. The Nature and Properties of Soils is designed to engage today's students with the latest in the world of soils. This hallmark text introduces students to the exciting world of soils through clear writing, strong pedagogy, and an ecological approach that effectively explains the fundamentals of soil science. Worked calculations, vignettes, and current real-world applications prepare readers to understand concepts, solve problems, and think critically. Written for both majors and non-majors, this text highlights the many interactions between the soil and other components of forest, range, agricultural, wetland and constructed ecosystems. Now in full-colour, the 15th Edition includes hundreds of compelling photos, figures, and diagrams to bring the exciting world of soils to life. Extensively revised, new and updated content appears in every chapter. Examples include: coverage of the pedosphere concept; new insights into humus and soil carbon accumulation; subaqueous soils, soil effects on human health; principles and practice of organic farming; urban and human engineered soils; new understandings of the nitrogen cycle; water-saving irrigation techniques; hydraulic redistribution, soil food-web ecology; disease suppressive soils; soil microbial genomics; soil interactions with global climate change; digital soil maps; and many others.

Introductory Dynamical Oceanography (Paperback, 2nd edition): Stephen Pond, George L. Pickard Introductory Dynamical Oceanography (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Stephen Pond, George L. Pickard
R1,426 Discovery Miles 14 260 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

'Introductory Dynamical Oceanography' 2nd ed provides an introduction to Dynamical Physical Oceanography at a level suitable for senior year undergraduate students in the sciences and for graduate students entering oceanography. It aims to present the basic objectives, procedures and successes and to state some of the present limitations of dynamical oceanography and its relations to descriptive physical oceanography.
The first edition has been thoroughly revised and updated and the new work includes reference to the Practical Salinity Scale 1978, the International Equation of State 1980 and the beta-spiral technique for calculating absolute currents from the density distribution. In addition the description of mixed-layer models has been updated and the chapters on Waves and on Tides have been substantially revised and enlarged, with emphasis on internal waves in the Waves chapter. While the text is self-contained readers are recommended to acquaint themselves with the general aspects of descriptive (synoptic) oceanography in order to be aware of the character of the ocean which the dynamical oceanographer is attempting to explain by referring to Pickard and Emery's 'Descriptive Physical Oceanography' 4th edition.

Weathering and Erosion (Paperback): Torrey Maloof Weathering and Erosion (Paperback)
Torrey Maloof
R264 R240 Discovery Miles 2 400 Save R24 (9%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Earth is constantly changing. Wind, water, and even humans change Earth's surface. The land is broken down and worn away by erosion. Introduce students to weathering and erosion with this science reader that features easy-to-read text. Nonfiction text features include a glossary, index, and detailed images to facilitate close reading and help students connect back to the text. Aligned to state and national standards, the book also includes a fun and engaging science experiment to develop critical thinking and help students practice what they have learned.

The Magnificent Book of Rocks and Minerals (Paperback): John Farndon The Magnificent Book of Rocks and Minerals (Paperback)
John Farndon
R209 Discovery Miles 2 090 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Delve into the fabric of the planet to discover the wonders that hide there, from glittering minerals to stunning patterned rocks. See the watermelon colours of tourmaline, the shimmering glow of beryl and the radiant beauty of amethyst. Each rock and mineral is depicted in stunning and accurate original illustrations. Find out how the powerful forces that power our planet forge these incredible natural creations, why they are such vivid colours, and why some are so rare. With stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and full-colour, poster-sized illustrations, this is the ideal reference for all the family. Stunning illustrations – vibrant, detailed images bring these incredible rocks and minerals to life. 36 different rocks and minerals - learn about dozens of rocks and minerals, from the shining emerald to the huge crystals of fluorite. Hundreds of dip-in facts – captivating and educational for budding geologists and petrologists of all ages.

Geochemistry - Proceedings of the 30th International Geological Congress, Volume 19 (Hardcover): Xie Xuejing Geochemistry - Proceedings of the 30th International Geological Congress, Volume 19 (Hardcover)
Xie Xuejing
R4,073 R3,731 Discovery Miles 37 310 Save R342 (8%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book is a collection of papers presented in the 30th International Geological Congress, held in Beijing, on geochemistry. The papers deal with topics on fluid-rock interaction, geochemical kinetics, geochemical mapping, environmental geochemistry, and exploration geochemistry.

The Edinburgh New Philosophical Journal: Exhibiting a View of the Progressive Discoveries and Improvements in the Sciences and... The Edinburgh New Philosophical Journal: Exhibiting a View of the Progressive Discoveries and Improvements in the Sciences and the Arts; April-October 1827 (Classic Reprint) (Paperback)
Robert Jameson
R570 Discovery Miles 5 700 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
British Manufacturing Industries: Metallic Mining and Colliers; Coal; Building Stones; Explosive Compounds (Classic Reprint)... British Manufacturing Industries: Metallic Mining and Colliers; Coal; Building Stones; Explosive Compounds (Classic Reprint) (Paperback)
G. Phillips Bevan
R491 Discovery Miles 4 910 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Proceedings of the American Association for the Advancement of Science: Third Meeting, Held at Charleston, S. C., March, 1850... Proceedings of the American Association for the Advancement of Science: Third Meeting, Held at Charleston, S. C., March, 1850 (Classic Reprint) (Hardcover)
Assoc for the Advancement of Science
R701 R623 Discovery Miles 6 230 Save R78 (11%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days
United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit: Electro Therapy Products Corporation, Ltd., A Corporation,... United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit: Electro Therapy Products Corporation, Ltd., A Corporation, Appellant, Vs. Frederick Finch Strong, Louis J. Bristow, John M. Jackson, A. M. Brooks, A. P. Stock and Ultra Violet Corporation, Ltd. (Paperback)
U S Court of Appeals Ninth Circuit
R843 Discovery Miles 8 430 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Proceedings of the American Association for the Advancement of Science: Thirty-First Meeting, Held at Montreal, Canada, August,... Proceedings of the American Association for the Advancement of Science: Thirty-First Meeting, Held at Montreal, Canada, August, 1882 (Classic Reprint) (Hardcover)
Assoc for the Advancement of Science
R736 R660 Discovery Miles 6 600 Save R76 (10%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days
United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit: The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company, a Corporation,... United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit: The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company, a Corporation, Appellant, Vs. Henry Clay Agnew, Appellee; Transcript of Record; Upon Appeal From the United States District Court for the Western Di (Paperback)
U S Court of Appeals Ninth Circuit
R721 Discovery Miles 7 210 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
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