Loess and Loess Geohazards in China

ISBN-13: 9781138038639 / Angielski / Twarda / 2017 / 160 str.

Yanrong Li; Jingui Zhao

Opis

As a newly formed sediment, loess covers about 10% of the Earth's surface area. The loess covered areas are regions of dense industrial and agricultural development and population concentration in the World, and are also significant in wheat production. This book represents a valuable addition to the literature on loess geology. It details the origin, formation, landform, structure, strength and geohazards of loess, and gives an overall and in-depth view of loess. It will be of value to readers interested in Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Sociology and other related subjects.

Spis treści

Origin and Spatial Distribution of Loess. Loess Landforms. Loess Microstructure. Physical and Mechanical Properties of Loess. Loess Permeability. Shear Strength of Loess. Tensile Strength of Loess. Loess Geohazards in China.