General

Earth is, to our knowledge, the only life-bearing body in the Solar System. This extraordinary characteristic dates back almost 4 billion years. How to explain that Earth is teeming with organisms and that this has lasted for so long? What makes Earth...

This book provides a showcase for the incredibly well-preserved flight-textured tektites of southern Australia, which are the world's finest known examples. It provides an overview of their forms and flight features, which can be expected to appear, at...

Understanding gemstones in a geological context Gemstones are colorful treasures of the Earth that have captivated humans for thousands of years. The physical and chemical characteristics of each type of gem provide insights into the geological processes...

Shipping is responsible for transporting 90% of the world's trade. This book provides a comprehensive review of the impact shipping has on the environment. Topics covered include pollutant discharges such as atmospheric emissions, oil, chemical waste,...

A brief explanation of the geology shown on the relevant 1: 50 000 scale geological map(s).Book InformationISBN 9780852724095Author R. A. EllisonFormat PaperbackImprint British Geological SurveyPublisher British Geological Survey

"This is the major text on the integration of field palaeontology and sedimentology, particularly valuable for both practical lab exercises and students working independently and unsupervised on field projects"Reviewer's commentField Palaeontology...

The field of Luminescence Dating has reached a level of maturity. Both research and applications from all fields of archaeological science, from archaeological materials to anthropology and geoarchaeology, now routinely employ luminescence dating. The...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781940076454Author Vladimir Keilis-BorokFormat HardbackPage Count 166Imprint Ori BooksPublisher Ori BooksWeight(grams) 508gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 178mm *...

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Lunar explorations have received increasing attention in recent years with tremendous application values, including using the Moon as a remote sensing platform for Earth observation. As an active sensor, the Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) can detect...

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

Sorry no description is available for this book at this time.

This book explores diverse perspectives and practices in geoethics, offering a comprehensive overview of how ethical considerations are being integrated into the geosciences across disciplines and regions. It draws from the session "Geoethics at the...

This open access book explores the contributions of anthroposophy to sustainable development, addressing a key research gap. It examines the anthroposophical worldview, providing an integral and holistic perspective on the relationship between humanity...

In EARTHMATE, discover a comprehensive and scientifically grounded approach to sustainability, offering practical solutions for navigating the challenges of a rapidly changing world. This book is not just an exploration of Earth's ecosystems, but a...

This book examines the extent to which exotic pine plantations are a suitable strategy for maintaining the essential functions, structures, processes and identity of the Patagonian landscape over time. To this end, it integrates three empirical studies...

Providing a new approach to Earth history, this engaging undergraduate textbook highlights key episodes in the history of our planet and uses them to explain the most important concepts in geology. Rather than presenting exhaustive descriptions of each...

Written by a renowned expert, Geoinformation: Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry and Geographic Information Systems, Second Edition gives you an overarching view of how remote sensing, photogrammetry, and geographic information systems work together in an...

'A masterpiece' - Daily Mail'A brilliant gift for anyone who loves the countryside' - Independent'Britain's finest nature writer' - Telegraph'Assured and expert countryside writing' -TLS'His immense, patient powers of observation - along with a flair for...

Peat and organic soils commonly occur as extremely soft, wet, unconsolidated surficial deposits that are an integral part of wetland systems. These types of soils can give rise to geotechnical problems in the area of sampling, settlement, stability, in...

Kriging can be used to determine optimal unbiased predictions for regionalized variables and has been shown to be a powerful tool in slope reliability analysis for reliability-based design. This is the first book to systematically cover the basic theory...

Zero Hunger (SDG-2) and Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG-12) of the United Nations are very crucial aspects for any economy in the world. In terms of Agricultural Sustainability and Food Security, the world should see to it that agriculture is...

Artificial Intelligence and Systems of the Earth is a book about the potential and capabilities of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for studying the Earth. It aims to serve as an eye-opener on new avenues of scientific research that can be...