Karst Hydrogeology, Geomorphology and Caves A Comprehensive
Resource Covering All Aspects of Karst Hydrogeology, Geomorphology,
and Caves This essential book covers all physical, chemical, and
geological aspects of karst science. It reviews current knowledge
on hydrogeology, geomorphology and caves in karst, based on the
vast existing literature and investigations carried out by the
authors worldwide. The different topics are profusely illustrated
with color figures and images from all continents and climates,
showing the scientific and aesthetic appeal of karst environments.
The book covers in a systematic way the significant features of
karst rocks, the chemistry and kinetics of their dissolution, the
rate and distribution of karst denudation, the unique hydrogeology
of karst terrains, the landforms endemic to karst, the morphology
of caves and their diverse sedimentary records, and the multiple
processes that lead to the formation of underground voids. Overall,
the work reflects the increasing recognition of karst as a
fundamental part of the Earth's dynamic systems, and helps readers
understand this multidisciplinary field from a holistic and
nuts-and-bolts perspective. Some of the ideas discussed within the
book include: How karst is gaining importance for human
development, because of its valuable resources (groundwater) and
associated environmental problems (impacts and hazards) The
enormous technological developments achieved in recent years Recent
major breakthroughs in the field and their influence on other
scientific disciplines The central role played by karst science for
understanding and mitigating global environmental issues (global
warming, depletion of resources, human-induced hazards) For all
scientists working in karst, and for students and lecturers of
karst-related programs, this book serves as a valuable all-in-one
source. It is also a valuable resource for professional
hydrogeologists, the petroleum industry, environmental geologists,
and of course speleologists, the last true geographic explorers in
the world.
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