Hydrology & the hydrosphere
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Hydrology & the hydrosphere
Paperback. Formed by the confluence of the Ocmulgee and Oconee Rivers, the Altamaha is the largest free-flowing river on the East Coast and drains its third-largest watershed. In evocative photography and elegant prose, "Altamaha"" "captures the beauty of this river and offers a portrait of James Holland, who has become its improbable guardian. Series: Wormsloe Foundation Series. Num Pages: 208 pages, maps. BIC Classification: RBKF; RNK; WNCS2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 279 x 13. Weight in Grams: 816.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University of Georgia Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780820343129
- ISBN
- 9780820343129
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€ 37.99€ 32.57
€ 37.99
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Hardcover. Begins by outlining fundamental hydrologic theories and the general knowledge and then expands into a formal discussion specific to Hawaii and the elements and their inter-relations under natural and human-influenced conditions. This book includes chapters on rainfall and climate, evaporation, groundwater, and surface run-off. Num Pages: 274 pages, 108 illustrations, 13 maps. BIC Classification: 1MKPH; RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Univ of Hawaii Pr
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780824829483
- ISBN
- 9780824829483
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€ 71.10€ 65.14
€ 71.10
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Paperback. This text introduces marine ecology to undergraduate students in biology, zoology, ecology, environment science, natural resources management, marine science and fisheries programmes. Num Pages: 341 pages, b&w colour illustrations, charts, diagrams, graphs. BIC Classification: 1MBF; PSAF; RBKC; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 180 x 25. Weight in Grams: 835.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- University of New South Wales Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780868401584
- ISBN
- 9780868401584
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€ 46.99€ 39.58
€ 46.99
€ 39.58
Hardcover. The story of New England's longest river, from its birth some 15,000 years ago as a small stream sculpted by glaciers in the last ice age, through its rich and colourful history as New England's pre-eminent waterway. An introduction describes changes that have occurred since its 1947 publication. Illustrator(s): Gorsline, Douglas W. Num Pages: 300 pages, 30 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBE; HBTP; RBKF; RGL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 149 x 24. Weight in Grams: 540.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- University of Massachusetts Press
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780932691279
- ISBN
- 9780932691279
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€ 27.99€ 24.38
€ 27.99
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Paperback. A history of the science of hydrology as applied to the Nile, whose annual flows can produce acute drought or disastrous floods. The author makes it clear that the decisive forces in his complex story are political ones, in a context of internal and international rivalries and brutal civil wars. Num Pages: 464 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; 3JJ; HBJH; HBLW; JP; RBKF; RNF; TNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 626.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Markus Wiener Pub
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781558760998
- ISBN
- 9781558760998
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Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 30.46
€ 35.99
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Paperback. Outlines pressing marine research problems and offers recommendations for how they may be solved, with detailed discussions of how oceanographic research is conducted. This comprehensive book is suitable for researchers, faculty, and students in the field, as well as federal policymakers, research administrators, and environmental professionals. Num Pages: 216 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: RBKC; WNCS1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 386.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309047944
- ISBN
- 9780309047944
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Condition: New
€ 48.99€ 41.76
€ 48.99
€ 41.76
Hardback. Describes the development of ocean sciences, highlighting the contributions of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to the field's progress. This book also examines the institutional structures and technology that made the advances possible. It documents the history of NSF's Division of Ocean Sciences. Num Pages: 276 pages, illustrations (some colour). BIC Classification: PSPM; RBKC; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 216 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1089.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309063982
- ISBN
- 9780309063982
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€ 50.99€ 45.84
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From Monsoons to Microbes: Understanding the Ocean's Role in Human Hea...
Environment And Resources; National Research ...
hardcover. What can sharks teach us about our immune system? What can horseshoe crabs show us about eyesight? This book looks into the oceans, often nurturing yet sometimes harming humankind. It explores the links among physical oceanography, public health, epidemiology, marine biology, and medicine in understanding what the ocean has to offer. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrationssome col.), maps. BIC Classification: M; RBKC; WNCS1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 449.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309065696
- ISBN
- 9780309065696
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Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 46.93
€ 51.99
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Paperback. Environmental information is important for successful planning and execution of naval operations. This title examines the issues such as: how environmental data are used in mine warfare doctrine, and the capabilities of the Navy's oceanographic community to provide supporting information for mine warfare operations. Num Pages: 112 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 214 x 7. Weight in Grams: 334.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309067980
- ISBN
- 9780309067980
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Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 38.77
€ 44.99
€ 38.77
Marine Protected Areas: Tools for Sustaining Ocean Ecosystems
Committee On The Evaluation, Design, And Moni...
hardcover. Evaluate how marine protected areas can be employed to support specific conservation needs of marine and coastal waters. This work compares conventional management of marine resources with proposals to augment these management strategies with a system of protected areas. It argues that implementation of MPAs should be incremental and adaptive. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBKC; RNF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 649.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309072861
- ISBN
- 9780309072861
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 74.60€ 72.93
€ 74.60
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Sedimentation Control to Reduce Maintenance Dredging of Navigational F...
Committee On Sedimentation Control To Reduce ...
Paperback. Num Pages: 356 pages. BIC Classification: RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 216. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1987
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309077958
- ISBN
- 9780309077958
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€ 71.10€ 66.80
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paperback. Num Pages: 179 pages. BIC Classification: RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 216. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1984
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 179
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309078320
- ISBN
- 9780309078320
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Condition: New
€ 52.45€ 50.11
€ 52.45
€ 50.11
The Missouri River Ecosystem. Exploring the Prospects for Recovery.
Committee On Missouri River Ecosystem Science...
Paperback. The longest river of US, the Missouri River and its floodplain ecosystem experienced substantial environmental and hydrologic changes during the twentieth century. This report reviews the ecological state of the river and floodplain ecosystem, scientific research of the ecosystem, and the prospects for implementing an adaptive management approach. Num Pages: 188 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBNU; PSAF; RBKF; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 188
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309083140
- ISBN
- 9780309083140
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.28€ 61.59
€ 65.28
€ 61.59
Effects of Trawling and Dredging on Seafloor Habitat
Committee On Ecosystem Effects Of Fishing: Ph...
Paperback. Describes how assessment of fishing impacts depends on gear type, number and location of bottom tows, and the physical and biological characteristics of seafloor habitats. This volume presents color maps of fishing effort for all regions with significant bottom trawl or dredge fisheries. Num Pages: 136 pages, maps. BIC Classification: KNAF; PSAF; RBKC; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 216 x 8. Weight in Grams: 449.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 136
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309083409
- ISBN
- 9780309083409
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Condition: New
€ 51.29€ 49.07
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Paperback. Offers a look at the rise of "watershed thinking" among scientists and policymakers and recommends ways to steer the nation toward improved watershed management. This volume defines terms, identifies fundamental issues, and explores reasons why it is the time to bring watersheds to the forefront of ecosystem management. Num Pages: 328 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; RBK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 10. Weight in Grams: 318.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309083737
- ISBN
- 9780309083737
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Condition: New
€ 80.43€ 75.15
€ 80.43
€ 75.15
Science and Its Role in the National Marine Fisheries Service
Ocean Studies Board; Division On Earth And Li...
Paperback. Num Pages: 98 pages. BIC Classification: RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 231. Weight in Grams: 177.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 98
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309084628
- ISBN
- 9780309084628
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 28.19
€ 31.99
€ 28.19
Paperback. Reviews sources of noise in the ocean environment, what is known of the responses of marine mammals to acoustic disturbance, and what models exist for describing ocean noise and marine mammal responses. Recommendations are made for data gathering efforts, studies of marine mammal behavior and physiology, and more. Num Pages: 204 pages, Illustrations (some col.), col. maps. BIC Classification: PSVW73; RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309085366
- ISBN
- 9780309085366
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Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 45.94
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Paperback. Experimentation provides the means to enhance naval and joint force development. To assist the Navy in this effort, the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) asked the NRC to conduct a study to examine the role of experimentation in building future naval forces to operate in the joint environment. This work covers this study. Editor(s): National Academy of Sciences. Num Pages: 254 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309088732
- ISBN
- 9780309088732
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Condition: New
€ 52.45€ 50.11
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Paperback. Assesses the feasibility of implementing a major, coordinated, international program of ocean exploration and discovery. This book surveys national and international ocean programs and strategies for cooperation between governments, institutions, and ocean scientists and explorers, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in these activities. Num Pages: 228 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 13. Weight in Grams: 558.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1969
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309089272
- ISBN
- 9780309089272
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Condition: New
€ 64.11€ 60.55
€ 64.11
€ 60.55
Elements of a Science Plan for the North Pacific Research Board
Committee On A Science Plan For The North Pac...
paperback. Provides a framework to help the NPRB identify appropriate science themes and mechanisms for administering and distributing the funds. This book contains extensive input from residents of Alaskan communities, to help scientists understand and address issues of importance to the local communities. Num Pages: 140 pages, Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 0. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- National Academies Press United States
- Number of pages
- 140
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780309091442
- ISBN
- 9780309091442
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Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 43.85
€ 50.99
€ 43.85