Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Hardback. A major thrust of scientific concern has been the problems of documenting and conserving biodiversity and the establishment of systems of sustainable development. This book reviews the practical application of species concepts and appropriate technologies for as wide a diversity as possible of living organisms. Editor(s): Claridge, M.F.; Dawah, H.A. (School of Pure and Applied Biology, University of Wales, Cardiff, Wales); Wilson, M.R. (Department of Zoology, National Museums and Galleries of Wales, Cardiff). Series: Systematics Association Special Volume Series. Num Pages: 458 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 818.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 458
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412631207
- ISBN
- 9780412631207
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 281.35
€ 281.35
Paperback. This is an account of the nature of the hazards presented by ionizing radiation and the methods of protection. It covers the general background of the subject, the underlying principles applied to the control of radiation hazards, and topics such as medical applications and waste disposal. Num Pages: 240 pages, 60 line illustrations, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: MBN; MMN; PNRL; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate. Dimension: 157 x 234 x 12. Weight in Grams: 409.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Hodder Education United Kingdom
- Edition
- 4 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412631108
- ISBN
- 9780412631108
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 64.25
€ 64.25
Hardback. Addresses comparisons between human-environmental health and the health of the natural. Series: Chapman & Hall Ecotoxicology Series. Num Pages: 293 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1310.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 293
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412624001
- ISBN
- 9780412624001
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 192.61
€ 192.61
Hardback. Includes research describing how microorganisms clean soil and water, and how they remove toxic substances. This book also presents information on how genetics and molecular biological methods are used to improve the ability of microorganisms to degrade a variety of substances. Editor(s): Chaudhry, G.R. Num Pages: 520 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RN; TQSR3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1113.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412622908
- ISBN
- 9780412622908
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 244.60
€ 244.60
Hardback. Presents a merger between the elements of wildlife conservation and habitat conservation, and explains how these disciplines can be used to promote the conservation of vertebrates in forests around the world. Editor(s): DeGraaf, Richard M.; Miller, R.I. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 634 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1273.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 634
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412618901
- ISBN
- 9780412618901
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 245.96
€ 245.96
Paperback. Updated for minor corrections, and intended for personal purchase and for advanced students, this volume includes reviews by leading scientists of records of climatic change, and the interpretation of evidence on the human impact on the landscape. Num Pages: 324 pages, 21 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RBP; RBX; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 203 x 18. Weight in Grams: 713.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 324
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412618604
- ISBN
- 9780412618604
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 125.02
€ 125.02
Hardback. Presents the models in economics, ecology and hydrology, and summarises the results of research funded by the United Kingdom's Natural Environment Research Council and Economic and Social Research Council. This book demonstrates how these models can be combined into a strategic system for guiding decision making and analysing land use policies. Editor(s): O'Callaghan, J. Num Pages: 210 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNC; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 14. Weight in Grams: 602.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 210
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412617201
- ISBN
- 9780412617201
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 246.51
€ 246.51
Paperback. In this book, the author addresses the question of how, in many temporate ecosystems, diverse and species-rich assemblies of ungulates manage to co-exist despite often quite extensive overlap in ecological requirements. The behaviour and ecology of particular species is also examined. Series: Chapman and Hall Wildlife Ecology and Behaviour Series. Num Pages: 131 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW7; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 281.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 131
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412612404
- ISBN
- 9780412612404
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.27
€ 122.27
Hardback. Written from the viewpoint of the hydrogeologist, this study provides an introduction to the historical context, genesis, occurrence, hydrochemistry, exploitation and management of mineral and geothermal water resources. Case studies are included. Editor(s): Albu, M.A.; Banks, D.; Nash, H. Num Pages: 447 pages, 30 line illustrations, 5 halftone illustrations, references, index. BIC Classification: RBC; RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 853.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 447
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412610400
- ISBN
- 9780412610400
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.77
€ 125.77
Hardback. This text applies research knowledge to the solution of practical problems facing wildlife conservation in freshwater habitats. Subjects covered include: evaluation of the conservation interest of sites; and practical protection and management of freshwater habitats. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 233 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 233
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412594106
- ISBN
- 9780412594106
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.66
€ 191.66
Hardback. Provides a comprehensive approach to procedures and techniques used in the collection and preparation of palaeobiological materials. This book outlines the scope of practical procedures, and the importance of documentation within the laboratory. It covers techniques primarily, although not exclusively, used in the field. Num Pages: 552 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 165 x 239 x 36. Weight in Grams: 928.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 552
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412589805
- ISBN
- 9780412589805
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.21
€ 251.21
Paperback. This volume is made up of a set of papers illustrating the varied nature of present day research into groundwater quality. It provides a set of varied case histories and should serve as a reference text for workers in this field. Series: AGID Reports S. Num Pages: 220 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNP; TQSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 12. Weight in Grams: 1160.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412586200
- ISBN
- 9780412586200
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 191.88
€ 191.88
Paperback. Looks in detail at the history of economic thought on natural resources and the environment, the economics of fisheries, forestry, mining, petroleum, coal and natural gas deposits. There are also chapters devoted to environmental degradation and the economics of the world's natural wonders. Num Pages: 400 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 599.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 2nd ed. 1994
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412576409
- ISBN
- 9780412576409
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.64
€ 65.64
Hardback. Presents a typology and a description of spatiotemporal models used in population dynamics. This book covers the main types including: reaction-diffusion systems, patch models, matapopulation approaches, host parasitoid models, cellular automata (interacting particle systems), tessellations and distance models. Series: Population and Community Biology Series. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PS; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 609.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 284
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412575501
- ISBN
- 9780412575501
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.02
€ 193.02
Hardback. Presents the experimental research, data analysis and engineering applications of the sealing of boreholes. Generalizing some aspects to address the sealing of underground openings in rock, this book summarizes the mechanical and hydraulic performance of borehole seals. Num Pages: 330 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBG; TQSW; TT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 664.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 330
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412573002
- ISBN
- 9780412573002
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 247.18
€ 247.18
Hardback. This book summarizes the current state of butterfly ecology and biodiversity around the world, while highlighting strategies being used to conserve various species. Editor(s): Pullin, Andrew S. Num Pages: 363 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT7; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 713.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 363
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412569708
- ISBN
- 9780412569708
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.54
€ 194.54
paperback. Editor(s): Foster, B. Num Pages: 432 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 820.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1993
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412569609
- ISBN
- 9780412569609
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 157.71
€ 157.71
Hardback. Provides a comprehensive overview of the field of quantitative structure-activity relationships (QSARs) as well as being a reference for SAR experts. This book covers the theoretical background of structure-activity studies. It deals with the practical applications of such methods in the environmental sciences. Series: Chapman & Hall Ecotoxicology Series. Num Pages: 283 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MMGT; PSBT; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 581.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 283
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412564307
- ISBN
- 9780412564307
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.64
€ 128.64
Paperback. Reviews various aspects of earthworm biology and ecology. Num Pages: 438 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 613.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 3rd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412561603
- ISBN
- 9780412561603
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 310.05
€ 310.05
Paperback. This revised text covers developments in management and policy implementation over the last ten years. It deals with new perspectives on the historical and ecological development of woodlands, classification, recording and assessment, policy development and management strategies. Num Pages: 390 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNC; RNF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1993
- Number of pages
- 390
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412557309
- ISBN
- 9780412557309
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 245.59
€ 245.59
Paperback. Covers the range of microanalytical techniques available for the analysis of geological samples, principally in research applications. Editor(s): Potts, Philip J.; Bowles, John F.W.; Reed, Stephen J.B.; Cave, Mark R. Series: Mineralogical Society. Num Pages: 431 pages, 47 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 613.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 431
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412551000
- ISBN
- 9780412551000
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 188.99
€ 188.99
Paperback. Introduces the reader to the principles of terrane analysis, and describes how accretion tectonics relates to classic plate tectonics theory and what this represents in terms of mountain building and continental growth processes. Series: Topics in Earth Sciences. Num Pages: 258 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 830.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1994
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412546402
- ISBN
- 9780412546402
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 125.77
€ 125.77
Hardback. Provides the mathematical background to model plant and microbial growth in soil. This title is intended for a range of biologists, ecologists and regulators interested in the environmental consequences of biotechnology. Editor(s): Bazin, M. J.; Lynch, Jim N. Num Pages: 179 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSBT; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 1000.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 179
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412546303
- ISBN
- 9780412546303
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.85
€ 126.85
Paperback. Drawing together the diffuse body of information available on the organization and dynamics of ecological communities, this text attempts a synthesis of the main issues, aims to reconcile apparent conflict or contradiction and offers a simple overview of the major concepts and principles. Num Pages: 190 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412545009
- ISBN
- 9780412545009
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 124.50
€ 124.50