Arid and Semi-Arid Geomorphology

ISBN-13: 9781107005549 / Angielski / Twarda / 2013 / 461 str.

Andrew Goudie

Opis

Global analysis of landforms of deserts and the processes that mould them, for advanced students and researchers.

Recenzje

'Goudie covers such diverse topics as the history of the science, climate conditions, geological change, and human effect … The strengths of the book are its breadth and readability.' Choice

Spis treści

1. Introduction; 2. Rock weathering and desert surfaces; 3. Aeolian geomorphology; 4. Dunes; 5. Rivers and slopes; 6. Applied geomorphology in deserts: hazards, resources and the future; 7. Regional variety.