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Hardcover. Written by specialist and regional contributors, this invaluable book provides an integrated, up--to--date, geographical assessment of land degradation in the worlda s Mediterranean regions. Editor(s): Conacher, Arthur; Sala, Maria. Num Pages: 520 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QSM; RBGB; RNF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 257 x 199 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1244.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471963172
- ISBN
- 9780471963172
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 464.34
€ 464.34
Hardcover. Mountains, deserts, savannahs and the polar regions are fragile both in their ecologies and the cultures of their inhabitants. These fragile environments are characterised by a marked seasonality, and many human activities are limited to clearly defined times of the year. Editor(s): Price, Martin F. Num Pages: 254 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: KNSG; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 161 x 21. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471965848
- ISBN
- 9780471965848
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.13
€ 133.13
Hardcover. Written by a leading expert in the field, this volume provides an outstanding review of the potential effects of global warming on river flows and water resources. Series: Water Science S. Num Pages: 234 pages, notes. BIC Classification: RBKF; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 261 x 198 x 18. Weight in Grams: 660.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 234
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471965992
- ISBN
- 9780471965992
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 170.01
€ 170.01
Hardcover. This book examines the principles, issues and practice of site investigation and assessment for contaminated land. It balances discussion of fundamental concepts, principles and requirements with discussion of practical problems of assessing contaminated sites. Num Pages: 352 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1DBK; RNP; TN; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471966081
- ISBN
- 9780471966081
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 263.02
€ 263.02
Hardcover. This work addresses the issues relevant to the investigation and management of contaminated sites, emphasizing problem diagnosis/characterization and the development of site restoration/corrective action clean-up programmes. Num Pages: 254 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: RNF; RNH; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 250 x 179 x 20. Weight in Grams: 628.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471966333
- ISBN
- 9780471966333
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 331.83
€ 331.83
Hardcover. This text argues that hydrologists of the 21st century should look beyond the traditional boundaries of river channel, or river catchment areas to consider how water resources can be managed in an integrated and sustainable way. Editor(s): Wilby, Rob. Num Pages: 368 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KNBW; RBKF; RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 164 x 26. Weight in Grams: 664.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471966364
- ISBN
- 9780471966364
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 297.42
€ 297.42
Paperback. Environmental Management Systems (EMSs) are a way in which business and industry can implement a system of self--regulation on their processes, in order to aid the promotion of clean technology. This book brings together wide ranging analysis and practical experience on Environmental Management Systems and Cleaner Production. Editor(s): Hillary, Ruth; Markman, Howard. Num Pages: 390 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; LNKJ; LNKW; RNF; RNP; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 26. Weight in Grams: 686.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 390
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471966623
- ISBN
- 9780471966623
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 228.62
€ 228.62
Hardcover. This text aims to present a comprehensive assessment of all methods of pesticide remediation. By focusing on land and water contamination, the book voices increasing concerns about the fate of pesticides as environmental hazards. Editor(s): Kearney, P. C.; Roberts, Terry R. Series: Wiley Series in Agrochemicals & Plant Protection. Num Pages: 398 pages, 15 bar charts, 1 pie chart. BIC Classification: RNP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 162 x 34. Weight in Grams: 772.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 398
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471968054
- ISBN
- 9780471968054
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 412.10
€ 412.10
Hardcover. Around 2.5 million tons of pesticide are used every year. This volume outlines the techniques for reducing pesticide use internationally, through using integrated pesticide management, and from this to assess the environmental and economic benefits that such a reduction will bring. Editor(s): Pimentel, David, PhD. Num Pages: 456 pages, Illustrations, 1map. BIC Classification: KNAC; RNP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 173 x 31. Weight in Grams: 890.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471968382
- ISBN
- 9780471968382
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 345.84
€ 345.84
Hardcover. This book covers theoretical and practical aspects of the use of insect viruses as biological controls. It introduces the reader to the arguments for using such controls versus the usage of traditional chemical pesticides, how to produce such viruses, both in vitro and in vivo, how to design a plant, and safety considerations. Num Pages: 632 pages, glossary. BIC Classification: KNAC; PSVT7; RN; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 177 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1274.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 632
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471968788
- ISBN
- 9780471968788
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 454.15
€ 454.15
Hardcover. Provides syntheses of studies in three continents on the problem of achieving and understanding tropical rural development without compromising longer--term sustainability of the soil and water systems that underpin it. Editor(s): Harper, David; Brown, Tony. Num Pages: 396 pages, maps. BIC Classification: RGM; RNF; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 180 x 28. Weight in Grams: 874.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 396
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471969143
- ISBN
- 9780471969143
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 345.84
€ 345.84
Hardcover. The text describes the impact and management of rivers and covers issues of river channel stability, flood control, water quality, amelioration of detrimental impacts of utilitarian uses and provision of in-stream habitat in a generally arid continent. Editor(s): Brizga, Sandra; Finlayson, Brian L. Series: International Association of Geomorphologists. Num Pages: 310 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1F; 1MBF; RBGD; RBKF; RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 256 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 718.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 310
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471969761
- ISBN
- 9780471969761
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 443.95
€ 443.95
Hardcover. Provides an overview of state--of--the--art recycling techniques together with current and potential applications. Series: Wiley Series in Polymer Science. Num Pages: 614 pages, photographs, flow charts, graphs. BIC Classification: RNH; TDCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 166 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1028.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 614
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471970545
- ISBN
- 9780471970545
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 701.34
€ 701.34
Hardcover. Peroxy radicals are formed in biological systems, aqueous solution (aqueous waste) and the atmosphere. They react with CFC's and HFC's in the atmosphere, resulting in the further destruction of the ozone layer. This volume unites the gas, solution and solid phase chemistry of peroxy radicals. Editor(s): Alfassi, Zeev B. Series: Chemistry of Free Radicals. Num Pages: 546 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNN; PNR; RNH; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 231 x 163 x 35. Weight in Grams: 922.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 546
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471970651
- ISBN
- 9780471970651
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 852.96
€ 852.96
Hardcover. Written from a chemist's perspective, this book provides coverage of all aspects of the occurrence, toxicity and analysis of toxicants in the aqueous ecosystem. Chapters in the book deal with toxicity measurement, control of pollution regulation and toxicity data. Num Pages: 396 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNF; PSBT; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 28. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 396
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471972723
- ISBN
- 9780471972723
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 469.62
€ 469.62
Paperback. This introduction to quantitative methods for the analysis of ecotoxicological data contains numerous tables, figures and worked examples to provide support in the planning and operation of laboratory and field ecotoxicological experiments. Editor(s): Sparks, Tim. Series: Ecological & Environmental Toxicology Series. Num Pages: 334 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBT; PSBT; RNC; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 488.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 334
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471972990
- ISBN
- 9780471972990
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.60
€ 121.60
Hardcover. Strategic minerals are a major element of resource geopolitics. The US has always provided the umbrella for the West and is now the global policeman on strategic mineral supply. Num Pages: 180 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JWK; RB; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 161 x 17. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 180
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471974024
- ISBN
- 9780471974024
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 322.92
€ 322.92
Hardcover. This landmark book, which contains contributions from the worlda s foremost mammalian ecotoxicologists, is a truly impressive summary of research undertaken in this field in recent years. It is also the first book to draw such information together in a seamless and unified approach. Editor(s): Shore, Richard F.; Rattner, Barnett A. Series: Ecological & Environmental Toxicology Series. Num Pages: 752 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: PSBT; PSVW7; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 164 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1222.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 752
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471974291
- ISBN
- 9780471974291
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 471.98
€ 471.98
Paperback. An estuary is the tidal mouth of a large river, and is a marine area where freshwater and saltwater meet. This book examines the physical aspects of estuaries, and has been updated to include new research on sediment dynamics, estuarine mixing mechanisms, effects of global warming, and mathematical modeling of estuarine physics. Num Pages: 210 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; RBKC; RNP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 12. Weight in Grams: 328.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 210
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471974710
- ISBN
- 9780471974710
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 102.48
€ 102.48
Hardcover. This book examines the occurrence, toxicity, analysis and typical concentrations of organometallic compounds in various environmental samples. These include aqueous and effluent, crop and plant, soil and sediments, atmospheric and living organisms in a detailed and systematic manner. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNF; PNND; RNP; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 171 x 20. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471976073
- ISBN
- 9780471976073
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 471.98
€ 471.98
Hardcover. Growing scientific and political concern over the loss of and damage of biodiverse wet grassland in Europe speaks to the increasing consciousness worldwide of the environmental emergency. Editor(s): Joyce, Chris B.; Wade, P. Max. Series: Landscape Ecology S. Num Pages: 358 pages, glossary. BIC Classification: 1D; RNF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 252 x 182 x 27. Weight in Grams: 808.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 358
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471976196
- ISBN
- 9780471976196
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 288.51
€ 288.51
Hardcover. Combines a view of energy markets with a perspective of the relevant environmental issues involved. In the book, these two themes are merged by investigating how the major players in the oil market respond to the challenges from the world of environmental politics. Series: Petroleum Research Series in Petrolem Economics & Politics. Num Pages: 206 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: KNBP; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 237 x 19. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 206
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471977131
- ISBN
- 9780471977131
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 322.92
€ 322.92
Paperback. This book introduces some of the main areas of environmental pollution where chemical reactions play a major role. It examines chemical reactions in the atmosphere, soil, and water as well as the metabolic processes of human beings, plants, and animals. Num Pages: 204 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNP; TQK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 310.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471980889
- ISBN
- 9780471980889
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 161.09
€ 161.09
Hardback. Risk assessment is an important part of the formal EIA process. This text provides an overview of risk assessment methods and tools applicable to environmental management problems. It also covers concepts and techniques/methodologies for performing human health and environmental risk assessments. Num Pages: 536 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 246 x 180 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1106.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 536
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471981473
- ISBN
- 9780471981473
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 364.96
€ 364.96