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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
€ 66.49
€ 66.49
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
€ 291.59
€ 291.59
Hardback. Developed from a short course taught at Leeds University, this book covers methods of monitoring emissions of air pollutants from stationary sources. It surveys the techniques and points out their advantages and disadvantages. Editor(s): Clarke, A. G. Series: Environmental Management Series. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 159 x 24. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412633904
- ISBN
- 9780412633904
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.33
€ 200.33
Hardback. Provides a practical and theoretical introduction to the techniques of in situ conservation of plant genetic resources. This book includes methodologies, case studies and discussion of on-farm and genetic reserve conservation. Num Pages: 446 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 840.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 446
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412634000
- ISBN
- 9780412634000
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 258.68
€ 258.68
Paperback. Insects are the major component of the world's biodiversity. By their vast numbers, they are vital determinants of the terrestrial ecological processes. This work covers a range of topics from single species to landscape conservation. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 374 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 374
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412634505
- ISBN
- 9780412634505
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 132.53
€ 132.53
Paperback. A book for those interested in butterflies, whether as conservation biologist, amateur or professional entomologist or as a student studying the phenomenon of butterfly populations as part of a number of biology, ecology or conservation courses. It describes the results from a British scheme to monitor butterflies. Series: Conservation Biology. Num Pages: 274 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSV; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 413.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 274
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412634604
- ISBN
- 9780412634604
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 208.22
€ 208.22
Paperback. This text aims to provide a practical and theoretical introduction to the technique of in situ genetic conservation. Num Pages: 446 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTS; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
- Number of pages
- 446
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412637308
- ISBN
- 9780412637308
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 256.09
€ 256.09
Hardback. This volume presents a selection of edited papers from a conference held in November 1994, and jointly organized by the Universities' Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW) and the Mammal Society. It contains case studies and overviews of the status, conservation and welfare of mammal populations. Editor(s): Taylor, V.J.; Dunstone, N. Num Pages: 415 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 796.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 415
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412644207
- ISBN
- 9780412644207
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.79
€ 202.79
Paperback. How we see the world profoundly affects the way we deal with it. Written by ecologists, nature conservationists and environmental philosophers, this text explores how the theoretical approach works in practice. Editor(s): Cooper, N.; Cooper, R.C.J. Num Pages: 184 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNC; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 360.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412709807
- ISBN
- 9780412709807
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.16
€ 127.16
Paperback. Focuses on the question - What are the benefits that animals gain from living in a social group? This book is suitable for wildlife enthusiasts, interested naturalists, wildlife biologists and wildlife managers. Series: Chapman & Hall Wildlife Ecology & Behaviour S. Num Pages: 293 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1H; PSVW7; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 857.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 293
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412725203
- ISBN
- 9780412725203
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 130.46
€ 130.46
Hardback. This text aims to enhance and update public awareness of the potential adverse impact of pesticides and other chemicals on the environment, animal and public health; and to promote acceptance by governments and farmers of environmentally safe practices, and of alternatives to these chemicals. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RN; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 659.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412728006
- ISBN
- 9780412728006
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.81
€ 200.81
Paperback. This text aims to enhance and update public awareness of the potential adverse impact of pesticides and other chemicals on the environment, animal and public health; and to promote acceptance by governments and farmers of environmentally safe practices, and of alternatives to these chemicals. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RN; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 521.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412728105
- ISBN
- 9780412728105
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.58
€ 194.58
Hardback. Marine biological science is studied at the molecular level and although research scientists depend on information gained using molecular techniques. This book introduces the reasons why molecular technology is a useful tool in the study of the oceans, describing the types of techniques that can be used, and why they are useful. Editor(s): Cooksey, K.E. Num Pages: 549 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBKC; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1408.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 549
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412729607
- ISBN
- 9780412729607
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.80
€ 255.80
Hardback. Presenting the component activities of environmental impact assessment within a methodological framework, this text provides a grounding in EIA theory, including biophysical, strategic and cumulative assessment activities, and examines the crucial role, and limitations, of the science of EIA. Num Pages: 308 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 625.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 308
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412729904
- ISBN
- 9780412729904
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.56
€ 255.56
Paperback. Provides students and practitioners alike with a grounding in EIA theory, including biophysical, social, strategic and cumulative assessment activities, and examines the role, and limitations, of the science of EIA. This book aims to move from the notion of EIA as a technical procedure towards a concept of EIA as a form of problem-solving. Num Pages: 308 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1010.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 308
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412730009
- ISBN
- 9780412730009
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 253.12
€ 253.12
Hardback. Demonstrates the direct link between petroleum, the derivative of organic materials, and ore bodies. This book highlights the common factors between hydrocarbons and mineral concentrations, such as heat sources, migration routes and likely traps. Editor(s): Glikson, Miryam; Mastalerz, Maria. Num Pages: 464 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 945.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412733307
- ISBN
- 9780412733307
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 285.87
€ 285.87
Hardback. Based on key papers given at the Kongsberg seminar in 1995, this book covers the subject of fluid flow in rocks and the importance of this mechanism in geochemical transport and in the origin of metamorphic and igneous rocks. Editor(s): Jamtveit, B.; Yardley, Bruce. Num Pages: 338 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGG; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 20. Weight in Grams: 821.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 338
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412734601
- ISBN
- 9780412734601
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 259.28
€ 259.28
Hardback. Presenting a summary of environmental arsenic problems worldwide, containing reports on arsenic exposure in Thailand, Mongolia and China, this volume also presents papers on the arsenic problems in Central Europe, Asia and the USA. Editor(s): Abernathy, C.O.; Calderon, Rebecca L.; Chappell, W.R. Num Pages: 429 pages, 63 line illustrations, 13 halftone illustrations. BIC Classification: MMGT; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 829.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 429
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412734700
- ISBN
- 9780412734700
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.28
€ 130.28
Hardback. This text provides a general overview of the main techniques of the electrical methods used in geophysical exploration, with special reference to deep sedimentary basins (which host most of the main oil fields). The emphasis is on concepts, methods, exploration strategy and interpretation. Num Pages: 218 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBGD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 493.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 218
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412737107
- ISBN
- 9780412737107
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.63
€ 253.63
Hardback. This study covers software used in the environmental domain. It examines areas such as environmental information systems, modelling and simulation, environmental management, and artificial intelligence applications. Editor(s): Denzer, Ralf; Scimak, Gerald; Russell, David. Series: IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology. Num Pages: 302 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RN; UMZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1340.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 302
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412737305
- ISBN
- 9780412737305
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 343.74
€ 343.74
Encyclopedia of European and Asian Regional Geology
. Ed(S): Moores, Edward M.; Fairbridge, Rhode...
Hardback. Organized alphabetically by country, this encyclopedia provides an overview of the general geology of Europe and Asia, excluding the Arab countries and Israel. It contains articles offering information about the stratigraphy, structure, tectonics and natural resources of each country. Editor(s): Moores, Edward M.; Fairbridge, Rhodes W. Series: Encyclopedia of Earth Sciences Series. Num Pages: 826 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 1F; RB; RGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 294 x 225 x 53. Weight in Grams: 2324.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 826
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412740404
- ISBN
- 9780412740404
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 587.90
€ 587.90
Paperback. Num Pages: 337 pages, 284 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 18. Weight in Grams: 720.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 337
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412742606
- ISBN
- 9780412742606
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 162.73
€ 162.73
hardcover. Presents a theoretical framework for understanding the dynamics of shallow lake communities as it has evolved over the past years from a combination of empirical studies, experimental work and model analysis. This book is intended for workers who do not dig deep into theoretical ecology such as lake managers, field biologists and experimentalists. Series: Population and Community Biology Series. Num Pages: 358 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PS; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 158 x 25. Weight in Grams: 724.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1998th Edition
- Number of pages
- 358
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412749209
- ISBN
- 9780412749209
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 135.24
€ 135.24
Hardback. Identifying the unifying principles emerging from experimental and theoretical approaches as well as the differences between organisms, this text illustrates that greater knowledge of resource competition will benefit human and environmental welfare. Series: Population and Community Biology Series. Num Pages: 342 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PS; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 342
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412749308
- ISBN
- 9780412749308
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.08
€ 201.08