Earth sciences
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Earth sciences
Paperback. A concise account of the environmental changes during the last two million years, this work presents an attempt at an overall assessment of the evidence from the British Isles and their immediate offshore area and features a regional treatment of the Pleistocene environments stage by stage. Num Pages: 368 pages, 72 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1DBR; RBG; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 19. Weight in Grams: 719.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1993
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412441905
- ISBN
- 9780412441905
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 130.67
€ 130.67
Paperback. Assessing the relationship between the evolution of landforms and the pattern of soil formation, this volume outlines the practice of soil geomorphology and covers specific types of landform assemblages. The text explains how soils can be used to assess major phases in landscape evolution. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGD. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 900.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 284
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412441806
- ISBN
- 9780412441806
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 131.85
€ 131.85
Paperback. Focusing on the practical problems of the assessment of geohazards in developing countries, their prediction and mitigation of their effects, this work discusses natural disasters as well as "quiet" hazards such as soil degradation and rising groundwater. Series: AGID Report Series (Closed). Num Pages: 227 pages, 59 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFG; JFFC; RBG; RNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 12. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1992
- Number of pages
- 227
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412439308
- ISBN
- 9780412439308
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.49
€ 68.49
Hardback. This study develops simple, usable fracture flow models based on an understanding of discontinuity structures and the mechanics of rock and discontinuity deformation, incorporating these into models derived from percolation theory. Num Pages: 178 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBG; TT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 432.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 178
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412415104
- ISBN
- 9780412415104
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.27
€ 132.27
Hardback. The history of life is illustrated by fossils which give crucial information on the plants and animals of the past. This book presents a compilation of this mass of data. It documents the various families of protists, plants and animals and their ranges in geological time, with full details of first and last species for each family. Editor(s): Benton, Michael. Num Pages: 864 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1699.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 ed
- Number of pages
- 864
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412393808
- ISBN
- 9780412393808
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 383.06
€ 383.06
Hardback. Provides a unified approach to the study of running waters and aims to provide a scientific basis for sustainable management of rivers. This work views rivers as structured, four-dimensional systems and integrates ecological and geomorphological approaches to provide a holistic perspective on river dynamics. Editor(s): Petts, Geoff E.; Amoros, C. (Universite Claude-Bernard, Ecologie des Eaux douces et des Grands Fleuves, Lyon, France). Num Pages: 322 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSBT; RBKF; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 652.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 322
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412371004
- ISBN
- 9780412371004
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.38
€ 202.38
Paperback. Designed as a concise introduction to clay mineralogy, this work outlines the methods used to identify and characterize clay minerals as well as their chief chemical and crystallographic characteristics. Num Pages: 207 pages, 118 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PNV; RBGL. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 332.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1992
- Number of pages
- 207
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412370304
- ISBN
- 9780412370304
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 139.21
€ 139.21
Hardback. Presents a review of the state of practice for geotechnical specialists working on waste disposal problems. This book provides background on general principles, such as contaminant migration in soil, and guidelines for analysis and design of waste containment facilities, waste extraction and in-situ treatment of contaminants. Editor(s): Daniel, David E. Num Pages: 683 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBG; RN; TT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1161.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 683
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412351709
- ISBN
- 9780412351709
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 289.32
€ 289.32
Paperback. This books introduces the reader to the concept of suspect terranes, how they relate to classic plate tectonics theory and what they represent in terms of tectonic processes. The book is aimed at research and academic structural geologists, and students in the Earth sciences. Series: Topics in the Earth Sciences (Closed). Num Pages: 200 pages, glossary, index. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412303708
- ISBN
- 9780412303708
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 72.65
€ 72.65
Paperback. Part of a series, "Geology of Construction Materials" aims to show the connections between academic geology and the needs of the extractive industry. Series: Topics in the Earth Sciences (Closed). Num Pages: 216 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 690.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412297403
- ISBN
- 9780412297403
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 130.46
€ 130.46
Hardback. This book should be of interest to postgraduate and professional earth scientists. Num Pages: 310 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 310
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412297007
- ISBN
- 9780412297007
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 257.69
€ 257.69
Hardback. Examining aggregates, placer, precious coral, phosphorites, manganese nodules, manganese crusts and hydrothermal mineral deposits, this volume covers nature and occurrences, case histories and resource potential. Series: Topics in the Earth Sciences Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- annotated ed
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412292705
- ISBN
- 9780412292705
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.21
€ 133.21
Paperback. Series: Topics in the Earth Sciences (Closed). Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 760.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412292002
- ISBN
- 9780412292002
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.59
€ 69.59
Hardback. Presents the information required to understand the diverse origins of granitoid rocks. The principal tools for unravelling the petrogenetic history of a granitoid body - field relations, mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry, geochronology and experimental petrology, are all discussed. Series: Topics in the Earth Sciences Series. Num Pages: 296 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 17. Weight in Grams: 597.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412291708
- ISBN
- 9780412291708
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.60
€ 201.60
Paperback. Editor(s): Coates, Donald R. Series: Environmental Resource Management Series. Num Pages: 422 pages, 156 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RBG; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 21. Weight in Grams: 802.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1985
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 422
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412251702
- ISBN
- 9780412251702
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.86
€ 69.86
Paperback. Series: Science Paperbacks. Num Pages: 368 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 127 x 19. Weight in Grams: 395.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1978
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1978
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412215001
- ISBN
- 9780412215001
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.13
€ 67.13
Paperback. Series: Science Paperbacks. Num Pages: 512 pages, 158 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 783.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1971
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412207501
- ISBN
- 9780412207501
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 164.55
€ 164.55
Hardback. A guide to the important subject of trenchless technology - the wide array of processes and techniques for digging holes and rehabilitating conduits without disturbing the ground surface. It provides you with an understanding of what this technology is, how it works, and what benefits it offers. Num Pages: 223 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBG; TNC; TT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 1140.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 223
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412121319
- ISBN
- 9780412121319
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.45
€ 133.45
Hardback. Emphasizes on mathematical models for measuring soil pressure on the foundations of a structure. This book is suitable for professional geotechnical and foundation engineers who deal with soil-foundation interaction, soil pressure distribution, or ground monitoring instruments. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RBG; TNCC; TT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 1170.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412074318
- ISBN
- 9780412074318
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.59
€ 200.59
Hardback. Editor(s): Maunder, W. J. Num Pages: 240 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GBC; RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 553.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412039010
- ISBN
- 9780412039010
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 134.00
€ 134.00