Brazilian Beach Systems

Author : Andrew D. Short,Antonio Henrique da F. Klein
Publisher : Springer
Page : 611 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319303949

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Brazilian Beach Systems by Andrew D. Short,Antonio Henrique da F. Klein Pdf

This book is about the more than 4,000 beach systems that form most of the 9000 km long Brazilian coast. It focuses on the beaches of each of the seventeen coastal states and three oceanic islands, their nature, morphodynamics and status. It is a must for anyone who wants to know more about this great coast and its beach systems. This is the first book ever written about the beach systems of Brazil, and actually the very first about the beaches of an entire country. The Brazilian coast extends from the mighty Amazon River and its muddy shores in the north to one of the world’s longest sandy beaches in the southern Rio Grande do Sul. It contains every beach type from wave to tide-dominated which range in size from small embayed beaches to long barrier beaches. The book is written by leading Brazilian academics and researchers and aims at the university level market, as well as coastal scientists, engineers and managers. Standard scientific terminology is used to describe the coast and its beaches. It is illustrated with more than 400 original figures and serves as a benchmark text on the Brazilian coast.

Author : Antonia Cecilia Zacagnini Amaral,Helio Herminio Checon,Guilherme Nascimento Corte
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2023-10-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031307461

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Brazilian Sandy Beaches by Antonia Cecilia Zacagnini Amaral,Helio Herminio Checon,Guilherme Nascimento Corte Pdf

More than 4000 beaches distributed along the Brazilian coastline are one of the country's main assets. They harbor endemic and diverse biota and provide numerous goods and services essential to human populations. However, they are under increasing pressure, trapped between the impacts of climate change and human activities in the terrestrial and marine environment, and the knowledge about their environmental characteristics and biodiversity is still insufficient to ensure their preservation. This book is the first-ever comprehensive work about Brazil's sandy beaches addressing their physical, ecological, and social aspects. It was written by an interdisciplinary group of leading Brazilian researchers from different regions of the country and also had the contribution of a few international experts. The information synthesized in this book is accessible to anyone who wants to know more about Brazilian coastal biodiversity and represents a significant step towards conserving Brazilian sandy beaches, their biodiversity, and ecosystem services.

Author : Paulo da Cunha Lana,Angelo Fraga Bernardino
Publisher : Springer
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-07-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319777795

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Brazilian Estuaries by Paulo da Cunha Lana,Angelo Fraga Bernardino Pdf

This book presents the main drivers of benthic structure and processes in estuaries from the 8,000 km-Brazilian coast, assesses the influence of natural and human disturbance, and discusses their ecological importance and management needs. Estuaries are unique coastal ecosystems often with low biodiversity that sustain and provide essential ecological services to mankind. These ecosystems include a variety of habitats with their own sediment and fauna dynamics, all of them globally altered or threatened by human activities. Mangroves, saltmarshes, tidal flats and other confined estuarine systems are under increasing stress by overfishing and other human activities leading to habitat and species loss. Combined changes in estuarine hydromorphology and in climate pose severe threats to estuarine ecosystems at a global scale.

Author : Sérgio R. Dillenburg,Patrick A. Hesp
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2008-11-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540250081

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Geology and Geomorphology of Holocene Coastal Barriers of Brazil by Sérgio R. Dillenburg,Patrick A. Hesp Pdf

This is the first book to cover the Holocene geology and geomorphology of the 9,200 kilometers of the Brazilian coast. It is written for third and fourth year undergraduates, post-graduate students, scientists and man- ers. It characterizes the Brazilian coast in terms of the Holocene geology, geomorphology, oceanographic and climatic conditions, and the location, morphology and evolution of the barrier types. Separate chapters outline the types of barriers and coastal dynamics in each state, beginning in the south and proceeding to the north. Some emphasis is placed on the stretches of coast where the detailed morphology and stratigraphy of b- riers has been previously determined. To date, the Brazilian coastal barriers have been largely ignored by the international community, partly perhaps because much of the past research has tended to concentrate on barrier islands, of which there are very few in Brazil. In contrast, the Brazilian coastal barriers display a much wider range of types than is generally assumed. The biggest and most spectacular transgressive dunefield barriers in the world exist in Brazil, and dominate the southern and northeastern coasts. Many have never been described - fore. This volume provides a wealth of information on Holocene barrier types, evolution and dynamics. It provides managers, ecologists, biologists and botanists with much needed information on the geology, geomorph- ogy and dynamics of the genesis, types, functioning and ecosystems of the Holocene barriers extending along the entire Brazilian coast.

Author : Andrew D. Short
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1261 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030142940

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Australian Coastal Systems by Andrew D. Short Pdf

This book describes the entire coast and beaches and barrier systems of Australia. It covers the coastal processes and systems that form and impact Australia's 30.000 km coast, 12.000 beaches and 2750 barrier systems. These processes include geology, geomorphology, climate, waves, tides, currents, sediment supply, as well as coastal ecosystems. The coast is divided into tropical northern and southern temperate provinces, within which are seven divisions, 23 regions and 354 coastal sediment compartments each of which is described in detail in the 34 chapters. Within these systems are the full range of wave through tide-dominated beaches and barriers ranging from cheniers to massive transgressive dune systems together with a range of onshore and longshore sand transport systems. This is an up to date reference for the entire coast, its present condition and likely responses to the impacts of climate change.

Author : Derek Jackson,Andrew Short
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 816 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780081029282

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Sandy Beach Morphodynamics by Derek Jackson,Andrew Short Pdf

Sandy beaches represent some of the most dynamic environments on Earth and examining their morphodynamic behaviour over different temporal and spatial scales is challenging, relying on multidisciplinary approaches and techniques. Sandy Beach Morphodynamics brings together the latest research on beach systems and their morphodynamics and the ways in which they are studied in 29 chapters that review the full spectrum of beach morphodynamics. The chapters are written by leading experts in the field and provide introductory level understanding of physical processes and resulting landforms, along with more advanced discussions. Includes chapters that are written by the world’s leading experts, including the latest up-to-date thinking on a variety of subject areas Covers state-of-the-art techniques, bringing the reader the latest technologies/methods being used to understand beach systems Presents a clear-and-concise description of processes and techniques that enables a clear understanding of coastal processes

Author : José Maria Landim Dominguez,Ruy Kenji Papa de Kikuchi,Moacyr Cunha de Araújo Filho,Ralf Schwamborn,Helenice Vital
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-03-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031213298

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Tropical Marine Environments of Brazil by José Maria Landim Dominguez,Ruy Kenji Papa de Kikuchi,Moacyr Cunha de Araújo Filho,Ralf Schwamborn,Helenice Vital Pdf

This book provides an overview of the tropical marine environments of Brazil and a multi-disciplinary assessment of the impact of ongoing climate change in these environments. These changes will affect physical, biological and biogeochemical characteristics of coastal zones and oceans, modifying their ecological structure, their functions and the various services provided to humans and have the potential of causing severe socioeconomic impacts in local (coastal zone), regional (continental shelf and shallow seas) and global (ocean) scales. The Tropical Brazil presents a unique opportunity to evaluate how spatial and temporal heterogeneity influences the response and resilience of marine environments to climate changes. This region comprises the main reef constructions of the Western South Atlantic Ocean, the majority of the Brazilian deltas, one of the longest mangrove areas of the world, a very narrow and shallow continental shelf, extreme variations in sediment and nutrient flows, as well as undeniable importance in transferring heat and mass between hemispheres.

Author : André Augusto Rodrigues Salgado,Leonardo José Cordeiro Santos,Julio César Paisani
Publisher : Springer
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-01-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030043339

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The Physical Geography of Brazil by André Augusto Rodrigues Salgado,Leonardo José Cordeiro Santos,Julio César Paisani Pdf

This book presents the Brazilian natural space and environment. It describes the main environmental aspects of Brazil in relation to geology, climate, geomorphology, vegetation, fauna, water resources and environmental issues. The book presents a beautifully illustrated overview of the physical geography of the Amazon Forest, the central Brazilian savannah (Cerrado), the Cocais Forest, the semi-arid area (Caatinga), the Atlantic Forest area, the Pantanal (Brazilian wetlands), the Auraucárias Plateau, the Pampas area (South grasslands) and the Brazilian Coastal Environment (beaches and mangroves).

Author : Donat-P. Häder,E. Walter Helbling,Virginia E. Villafañe
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030756024

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Anthropogenic Pollution of Aquatic Ecosystems by Donat-P. Häder,E. Walter Helbling,Virginia E. Villafañe Pdf

This book provides examples of pollutants, such as accidental oil spills and non-degradable plastic debris, which affect marine organisms of all taxa. Terrestrial runoff washes large amounts of dissolved organic materials from agriculture and industry, toxic heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, and persistent organic pollutants which end up into rivers, coastal habitats, and open waters. While this book is not intended to encyclopaedically list all kinds of pollution, it rather exemplifies the problems by concentrating on a number of serious and prominent recent developments. The chapters in this book also discuss measures to decrease and remove aquatic pollution to mitigate the stress on aquatic organisms. Aquatic ecosystems provide a wide range of ecological and economical services. In addition to providing a large share of the staple diet for a fast growing human population, oceans absorb most of the anthropogenically emitted carbon dioxide and mitigate climate change. As well as rising temperatures and ocean acidification, pollution poses increasing problems for aquatic ecosystems and organisms reducing its functioning and services which are exposed to a plethora of stress factors.

Author : Gisele Barbosa dos Santos,Miguel Fernandes Felippe,Roberto Marques Neto
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2022-08-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031051784

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Geomorphology of Brazil: Complexity, Interscale and Landscape by Gisele Barbosa dos Santos,Miguel Fernandes Felippe,Roberto Marques Neto Pdf

This book presents the most relevant articles selected from the annals of the symposium. In the last few years, Brazilian Geomorphology has experienced a series of epistemological and methodological innovations expressed by the incorporation of the complexity paradigm, by the progressive break with the climate paradigm, by the emergency role of new theories, and by the advances in methodological fields favored by the adherence to geochronological techniques and in function of the increasingly widespread use of geotechnologies. Furthermore, the Anthropocene/Technogene emerge claims to be more than only a temporal cuts, but as conceptions of a science engaged with social and environmental issues. The National Symposium of Geomorphology, in the maturity of its 13th edition, constitutes a portrait and an important sample of Brazilian geomorphological production, aggregating works carried out in the most diverse types of landscapes of Brazil. The book provides an overview of the current scientific production of Brazilian Geomorphology, highlighting the diversity of landscapes and geoheritage in Brazil, the complexity of the morphogenetic and morphodynamic processes responsible for shaping its surface, and the various abundant methodologies used in geomorphological studies in tropical areas.

Author : Sílvia C. Gonçalves,Susana M.F. Ferreira
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2022-02-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780429624513

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Sandy Beaches as Endangered Ecosystems by Sílvia C. Gonçalves,Susana M.F. Ferreira Pdf

Sandy beaches are the most abundant coastal environments worldwide, which have an undeniable and unique ecological value. Presently, they are amongst the most endangered ecosystems in the biosphere, mainly due to the influence of several human activities. In this book, renowned scientists from around the world describe key attributes of sandy beaches and highlight the problems which impact them. Specific tools encompassing the physical environment and the biota are pointed out, at different levels of ecological organization. The book also covers suitable management, conservation programmes and respective actions, where ecologic, economic and social dimensions are comprehensively integrated.

Author : Aziz Nacib Ab'Sáber,Charles Holmquist
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Coastal ecology
ISBN : STANFORD:36105210695172

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Brazilian coast by Aziz Nacib Ab'Sáber,Charles Holmquist Pdf

Author : Ping Wang,Julie D Rosati,Mathieu Vallee
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 3050 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2019-05-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811204494

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Coastal Sediments 2019 - Proceedings Of The 9th International Conference by Ping Wang,Julie D Rosati,Mathieu Vallee Pdf

This Proceedings contains over 260 papers on cutting-edge research presented at the 9th International Conference on Coastal Sediments 2019 (CS19), held in Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida, USA from May 27-31, 2019. This technical specialty conference is devoted to promoting an interdisciplinary exchange of state-of-the-art knowledge among researchers in the fields of coastal engineering, geology, oceanography, and related disciplines.With the theme of 'Advancing Science & Engineering for Resilient Coastal Systems', this Proceedings covers a wide range of research topics on coastal sediment processes from nearshore sediment transport and modelling to beach processes, shore protection, and coastal management.

Author : Ping Wang,Elizabeth Royer,Julie D Rosati
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 2986 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2023-03-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811275142

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Proceedings Of The Coastal Sediments 2023, The (In 5 Volumes) by Ping Wang,Elizabeth Royer,Julie D Rosati Pdf

This Proceedings contains about 270 papers on a wide range of research topics on coastal sediment processes, including nearshore sediment transport and modeling, beach processes, shore protection and coastal managements, and coastal resilience building.The unique book provides a comprehensive documentation of cutting-edge research on coastal sediment process and morphodynamics from eminent researchers worldwide. Readers can learn the most current knowledge on numerous topics concerning coastal sediment processes and shore protection.

Author : Peter T Harris,Elaine K Baker
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 1076 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128149614

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Seafloor Geomorphology as Benthic Habitat by Peter T Harris,Elaine K Baker Pdf

Seafloor Geomorphology as Benthic Habitat: GeoHab Atlas of Seafloor Geomorphic Features and Benthic Habitats, Second Edition, provides an updated synthesis of seabed geomorphology and benthic habitats. This new edition includes new case studies from all geographic areas and habitats that were not included in the previous edition, including the Arctic, Asia, Africa and South America. Using multibeam sonar, the benthic ecology of submarine features, such as fjords, sand banks, coral reefs, seamounts, canyons, mud volcanoes and spreading ridges is revealed in unprecedented detail. This timely release offers new understanding for researchers in Marine Biodiversity, environmental managers, ecologists, and more. Explores the relationships between seabed geomorphology, oceanography and biology Provides global case studies which directly focus on habitats, including both biological and physical data Describes ways to detect change in the marine environment (change in the condition of benthic habitats), a critical aspect for judging the performance of policies and legislation