Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
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Earth sciences, geography, environment, planning
Paperback. This volume presents researchers and students in the fields of geochemistry, oceanography, soil science and the environmental sciences with an introduction to the chemistry of the solid-water interface. It stresses principles and demonstrates how they can be applied. Num Pages: 448 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PNR; RBGB; RBGK; RBKC; RBKF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 194 x 25. Weight in Grams: 788.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471576723
- ISBN
- 9780471576723
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.38
€ 194.38
Paperback. This investigation of a deadly toxin and its impact on ecology and human health contains a thorough treatment of the chemical nature of arsenic, its environmental behaviour and its measurement. Series: Advances in Environmental Science & Technology. Num Pages: 448 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSBT; RNP; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 238 x 168 x 31. Weight in Grams: 804.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- Part 1
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471579298
- ISBN
- 9780471579298
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 317.25
€ 317.25
Hardcover. This book addresses the seismic design and retrofit of bridges. It provides detailed information on the seismic considerations in the design of a wide range of substructures including beam and slab, box girder, arch, cable, stayed, and suspension bridges. Num Pages: 704 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBC; TNCC; TNCJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 167 x 241 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1224.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 704
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471579984
- ISBN
- 9780471579984
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 225.31
€ 225.31
Paperback. 15 leading proponents of sustainable agriculture present a detailed portrait of its social, economic and political aspects in this volume, which establishes the scientific basis for changing present agricultural practices and explores the food supply network that must be established. Editor(s): Allen, Patricia. Num Pages: 344 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; KNAC; RNU; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 166 x 21. Weight in Grams: 516.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471580829
- ISBN
- 9780471580829
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 245.04
€ 245.04
Paperback. This work is intended for the one-semester course called the "Geography of Europe". It provides an overview of contemporary Europe, including both topical and regional chapters. Its broad scope means that it is easily adaptable to various course formats. Editor(s): Berentsen, William H. Num Pages: 688 pages, illustrations, photographs. BIC Classification: 1D; RG; WT. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 199 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1200.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 7th Edition
- Number of pages
- 688
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471583363
- ISBN
- 9780471583363
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 271.15
€ 271.15
Hardcover. This richly illustrated edition of an established classic deals with the chemistry and biology of soil nutrient availability. Provides information regarding the elements present in soils and the extent to which these elements can be used by plants in order to grow. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 239 x 163 x 31. Weight in Grams: 788.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471587477
- ISBN
- 9780471587477
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 325.77
€ 325.77
Hardcover. A reference text focusing on basic organic chemistry and reactions of naturally occurring organic substances in soils. Covers pools of organic matter in soils, transformations, methods of extraction and fractionation. Num Pages: 512 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PNN; RBGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 242 x 179 x 34. Weight in Grams: 914.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471594741
- ISBN
- 9780471594741
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 294.37
€ 294.37
Paperback. Emphasizing the key principles of conservation biology and showing how these principles can be applied to the management of biological resources, this text simplifies many difficult concepts. Each chapter summarizes a specific theme in the field and contains suggestions for further reading. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrationssome col.), maps. BIC Classification: RB; RNF; RNK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 249 x 189 x 21. Weight in Grams: 742.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471595151
- ISBN
- 9780471595151
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 234.10
€ 234.10
Paperback. This volume offers an examination of the role of microbiological processes related to environmental deterioration. Emphasizing new approaches, the book investigates the complex microbial processes involved in contamination and the methods of pollution control. Editor(s): Mitchell, Ralph. Num Pages: 424 pages. BIC Classification: PSG; RNP; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 514.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471595878
- ISBN
- 9780471595878
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 236.30
€ 236.30
Hardcover. This reference work on rock mass classification contains previously unpublished material and authoritative case studies. It includes the fundamental concepts of classification schemes and critically appraises their practical applications in industrial projects such as mining. Num Pages: 272 pages, index. BIC Classification: RBGG; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 231 x 157 x 28. Weight in Grams: 594.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471601722
- ISBN
- 9780471601722
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 438.73
€ 438.73
Hardcover. Climatic factors such as rain, snow, and other forms of precipitation can have a significant impact on the transmission of radio, light, or heat waves in the atmosphere. Communication systems may experience a loss of signal caused by the effects of rain on a radio link. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PHK; RBP; TJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 166 x 22. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471613763
- ISBN
- 9780471613763
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 221.60
€ 221.60
Hardcover. A critical, synthetic and comprehensive account offering discussion of early environments, the history of thought on land plant origins, various approaches used to study early plant evolution and the characteristics of green algae. Includes new ideas regarding evolution, comparative studies of fossil plants and carbon availability. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PST; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 165 x 279 x 23. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471615279
- ISBN
- 9780471615279
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 265.48
€ 265.48
Paperback. This collection of essays represents an overview of key research in the field. Contributors provide surveys of the toxicology of important pollutants, guidelines for the protection of aquatic resources and studies of the principles of aquatic toxicology and environmental effects monitoring. Editor(s): Nriagu, Professor Jerome O.; Lakshminarayana, J.S.S. Series: Advances in Environmental Science & Technology. Num Pages: 292 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 166 x 24. Weight in Grams: 604.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471615514
- ISBN
- 9780471615514
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 369.69
€ 369.69
Paperback. Describes and analyzes global causes, effects and dynamics of floods and includes methods for related environmental management. Reviews recent advances in the interdisciplinary study of floods and their effects on landforms, sediments, human works, and populations. Num Pages: 528 pages, 1. BIC Classification: RBGD; RBKC; RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 279 x 211 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1210.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471625582
- ISBN
- 9780471625582
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 636.87
€ 636.87
Hardcover. Provides a description of the thermodynamic model, data treatment procedures and the thermodynamic constants for hydrous ferric oxide. Includes detailed coverage of the model and the parameter extraction procedure. Num Pages: 416 pages, subject index, author index. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBGK; TTU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 167 x 28. Weight in Grams: 748.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471637318
- ISBN
- 9780471637318
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 403.58
€ 403.58
Hardcover. Bioremediation and Natural Attenuation: Process Fundamentals and Mathematical Models provides, under one cover, the current methodology needed by groundwater scientists and engineers in their efforts to evaluate contamination problems, to estimate risk to human health and ecosystems, and to design and formulate remediation strategies. Series: Environmental Science and Technology: A Wiley-Interscience Series of Texts and Monographs. Num Pages: 610 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBWH; RB; TQK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 162 x 32. Weight in Grams: 972.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 610
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471650430
- ISBN
- 9780471650430
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 175.37
€ 175.37
Hardcover. Unique focus on above-ground treatment technologies. Covers new chemical analysis methods and regulations covering arsenis, radon, 1,4 dioxane, MTBE, Perchlorae and NDMA amongst others. Includes a unique section on design philosophy giving the reader a clear understanding of the design process and the goals to be met. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RN; TN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 166 x 26. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 3rd
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471657422
- ISBN
- 9780471657422
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 159.69
€ 159.69
Hardcover. Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the crops widely grown today stem from a very narrow genetic base. Understanding and preserving crop genetic resources is vital to the security of food systems worldwide. . Editor(s): Janick, J. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 354 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 162 x 22. Weight in Grams: 550.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 25
- Number of pages
- 354
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471666936
- ISBN
- 9780471666936
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 392.29
€ 392.29
Hardcover. Regulatory Calculations Handbook addresses the environmental concerns of individuals by presenting the basic fundamentals of many environmental regulatory topics. Num Pages: 562 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 163 x 34. Weight in Grams: 962.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 562
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471671718
- ISBN
- 9780471671718
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 230.08
€ 230.08
Hardcover. Green Roof Systems goes beyond the fashionable green roof movement and provides solid information on building accessible space, often as important public space, over structure. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: AMC; RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 211 x 22. Weight in Grams: 766.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471674955
- ISBN
- 9780471674955
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 93.40
€ 93.40
Paperback. Covers properties of subsurface materials, types of foundations and methods of construction, selection of foundation type and basis for design, and design of foundations and earth-retaining structures. Num Pages: 544 pages, illustrations, map, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: RBGB; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 180 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1012.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1974
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 544
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471675853
- ISBN
- 9780471675853
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 279.30
€ 279.30
Hardcover. Landslides: Investigation, Analysis, Mitigation and Remediation Design with Practical Examples and Case Histories is the first, and only,text to present not only state-of-the-art investigative techniques, but also practical information on tried and tested remediation techniques and technologies. Num Pages: 624 pages, 56 b/w photos + 581 b/w illus + 102 b/w tables. BIC Classification: RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 283 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1730.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 624
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471678168
- ISBN
- 9780471678168
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.97
€ 203.97
Hardcover. A timely, hands-on guide to environmental issues and regulatory standards for the petroleum industry Environmental analysis and testing methods are an integral part of any current and future refining activities. Today's petroleum refining industry must be prepared to meet a growing number of challenges, both environmental and regulatory. Series: Chemical Analysis: A Series of Monographs on Analytical Chemistry and its Applications. Num Pages: 349 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RN; THFP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 162 x 22. Weight in Grams: 614.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 349
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471679424
- ISBN
- 9780471679424
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 222.80
€ 222.80
Hardcover. Field technicians and emergency response personnel are often faced with the dangers of flammable, combustible, and chemically unstable materials. Num Pages: 344 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 21. Weight in Grams: 594.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471684008
- ISBN
- 9780471684008
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 136.17
€ 136.17