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Soil is formed from the physical and chemical weathering of
rocks-processes described historically becau'se they involve eons
of time-by glaciation and by wind and water transport of soil
materials, which are later deposited in deltas and loessial planes.
Soil undergoes further transformations over time and provides a
habitat for biological life and a base for the development of
civilizations. Soil is dynamic-always changing as a result of the
forces of nature and particularly by the influences of man. Soil
has been studied as long as history has been documented. Numerous
references to soil are found in historical writings such as
Aristotle (384-322 Be), Theophrastus (372-286 Be), Cato the E1der
(234-149 Be), and Varro (116-27 Be). Some of the earliest
historical references have to do with the erosional forces of wind
and water. The study of soils today has taken on increased
importance because a rapidly expanding population is placing
demands never before experienced on the soil. This has led to an
increase in land degradation. Land degradation is one of the most
severe problems facing mankind. Volume 11 of Advances in Soil
Science was devoted entirely to this critical area of soil science.
This series, Advances in Soil Science, was established to provide a
forum for leading scientists to analyze and summarize the available
scientific information on a subject, assessing its importance and
identifying additional research needs.
Discusses recent technological applications and advances in sol-gel
processing of various ceramics, gels and glasses. Also features
historical aspects from the initial discovery of the development of
sol-gel processing for ceramics 50 years ago.
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