Fundamentals of Soils

ISBN-13: 9780415170055 / Angielski / Miękka / 2000 / 264 str.

John Gerrard

Opis

Presents an introduction to soils and the workings of soil systems. Starting with an introduction to the nature of soils, what soil is and the basic character of soil systems the book goes on to look at: soil properties; soil processes; controls on soil formation; soil classification; world soils; soil patterns; and soil degredation. Including end of chapter summaries, essay questions and guides for further reading, the book provides an introduction for students to all the key areas of this aspect of physical geography.

Recenzje

'An extremely well-written introductory text that guides the reader through the nature and properties of soils, their classification and distribution.' - Geography

'A good introduction to the basics of soils' - Area 34:3

Spis treści

1. The Nature of Soil  2. Soil Properties  3. Soil Processes  4. Controls on Soil Formation  5. Horizons and Soil Classification  6. Main World Soils  7. Soil Patterns  8. Soil Degradation

O autorze

Gerrard, John