Encyclopedia Of Lakes And Reservoirs

Author : Lars Bengtsson,Reginald W. Herschy,Rhodes W. Fairbridge
Publisher : Springer
Page : 954 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2012-06-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 1402056168

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Encyclopedia of Lakes and Reservoirs by Lars Bengtsson,Reginald W. Herschy,Rhodes W. Fairbridge Pdf

Lakes and reservoirs hold about 90% of the world's surface fresh water, but overuse, water withdrawal and pollution of these bodies puts some one billion people at risk. The Encyclopedia of Lakes and Reservoirs reviews the physical, chemical and ecological characteristics of lakes and reservoirs, and describes their uses and environmental state trends in different parts of the world. Superbly illustrated throughout, it includes some 200 entries in a range of topics, including acidification, artificialisation, canals, climate change effects, dams, dew ponds, drainage, eutrofication, evaporation, fisheries, hydro-electric power, nutrients, organic pollution, paleolimnology, reservoir capacities and depths, sedimentation, water resources and more.

Author : Reginald W. Herschy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Bodies of water
ISBN : 1784026913

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Encyclopedia of Lakes and Reservoirs by Reginald W. Herschy Pdf

The Encyclopedia of Lakes and Reservoirs offers a comprehensive and authoritative review of physical, chemical and ecological characteristics of lakes and reservoirs, as well as describing their uses and environmental conditions and trends in all parts of the world.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Fresh water
ISBN : 0120884623

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Encyclopedia of Inland Waters by Anonim Pdf

Author : G. Dennis Cooke,Eugene B. Welch,Spencer Peterson,Peter Newroth
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1993-05-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 0873713974

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Restoration and Management of Lakes and Reservoirs, Second Edition by G. Dennis Cooke,Eugene B. Welch,Spencer Peterson,Peter Newroth Pdf

Restoration and Management of Lakes and Reservoirs, Second Edition, provides comprehensive coverage of the most important chemical, physical, and biological processes that relate to the eutrophication of lakes and reservoirs and its control. Detailed discussions of the techniques used to manage eutrophication of standing water bodies, procedures for using these techniques, principles involved, and successes and failures are featured through a selection of case studies and cost analyses. The book will appeal to environmental engineers, consultants, regulatory personnel, limnologists, aquatic biologists, hydrologists, and water quality specialists.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 2589 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2009-01-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780123706263

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Encyclopedia of Inland Waters by Anonim Pdf

Inland aquatic habitats occur world-wide at all scales from marshes, swamps and temporary puddles, to ponds, lakes and inland seas; from streams and creeks to rolling rivers. Vital for biological diversity, ecosystem function and as resources for human life, commerce and leisure, inland waters are a vital component of life on Earth. The Encyclopedia of Inland Waters describes and explains all the basic features of the subject, from water chemistry and physics, to the biology of aquatic creatures and the complex function and balance of aquatic ecosystems of varying size and complexity. Used and abused as an essential resource, it is vital that we understand and manage them as much as we appreciate and enjoy them. This extraordinary reference brings together the very best research to provide the basic and advanced information necessary for scientists to understand these ecosystems – and for water resource managers and consultants to manage and protect them for future generations. Encyclopedic reference to Limnology - a key core subject in ecology taught as a specialist course in universitiesOver 240 topic related articles cover the field Gene Likens is a renowned limnologist and conservationist, Emeritus Director of the Institute of Ecosystems Research, elected member of the American Philosophical Society and recipient of the 2001 National Medal of Science Subject Section Editors and authors include the very best research workers in the field

Author : G. Dennis Cooke,Eugene B. Welch,Spencer Peterson,Stanley A. Nichols
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781420032109

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Restoration and Management of Lakes and Reservoirs, Third Edition by G. Dennis Cooke,Eugene B. Welch,Spencer Peterson,Stanley A. Nichols Pdf

It has been more than ten years since the last edition of the bestselling Restoration and Management of Lakes and Reservoirs. In that time, lake and reservoir management and restoration technologies have evolved and an enhanced version of this standard resource is long overdue. Completely revised and updated, the third edition continues the tradition of providing comprehensive coverage of the chemical, physical, and biological processes of eutrophication and its control. The authors describe the eutrophication process, outline methods for developing a pre-management and restoration diagnosis-feasibility study, and provide detailed descriptions of scientifically sound management and restoration methods. See what’s new in the Third Edition: • New chapters on aquatic plant ecology and management • Emphasis on freshwater availability • A regional framework for water quality attainment • Methods of lake and reservoir restoration and management • Updates or revisions to all other chapters The book features in-depth discussions of techniques used to manage eutrophication in standing water bodies, procedures for using these techniques, the principles involved, and successes and failures through a selection of case studies and cost analyses. Each chapter includes an introduction to the scientific basis of the problem, a description of the methods and procedures, and presents several case histories. Potential negative impacts and costs, where known, are described. A useful classroom text, reference manual, and general guide, this is the text against which all other resources in this field are measured.

Author : G. Dennis Cooke,Eugene B. Welch,Spencer A. Peterson
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781483163253

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Lake and Reservoir Restoration by G. Dennis Cooke,Eugene B. Welch,Spencer A. Peterson Pdf

Lake and Reservoir Restoration deals with the eutrophication process and the methods to protect, restore, and manage lakes and reservoirs. The most common in-lake techniques or procedures, plus nutrient diversion, are reviewed with regard to their scientific basis, methods of application, known effectiveness, feasibility, drawbacks, and costs. Areas for further research and development are also highlighted. This book is comprised of 16 chapters organized into four sections. After an introduction to the theory of the problem and the restoration technique, the discussion turns to the various restoration methods such as those used for physical and chemical control of nutrients. Diversion and advanced waste treatment, hypolimnetic withdrawal, and dilution and flushing are considered along with phosphorus precipitation and inactivation, sediment oxidation, sediment removal, and hypolimnetic aeration. Case studies and success stories are presented and the costs and potential negative impacts of the methods are examined. The following chapters focus on methods to control plant biomass, including artificial circulation, water-level drawdown, harvesting, biological control, and surface and sediment covers. A chapter on liming acidified lakes concludes this text. This monograph will be useful to professional limnologists and engineers, on-site lake or reservoir managers, and those who are interested in learning about the problems and management of lakes and reservoirs.

Author : Reginald W. Herschy,Rhodes W. Fairbridge
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 793 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1998-07-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780412740602

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Encyclopedia of Hydrology and Water Resources by Reginald W. Herschy,Rhodes W. Fairbridge Pdf

The fresh water supplies of the Earth are finite and as the world's population continues to grow humanity's thirst for this water seems unquenchable. Intense pressure is being exerted upon freshwater resources and a lack of adequate clean water is seen as one of the most serious global problems for the 21st century. Indeed it has been said that the next war will be fought over water, not oil. Human health and the health of supporting ecosystems increasingly depends upon our ability to find, control, manage and understand water. In a single volume, The Encyclopedia of Hydrology and Water Resources provides the reader with a comprehensive overview and understanding of the diverse field of hydrology. The intimate inclusion of material on water resources emphasizes the practical applications of this field, applications which are indispensable in any modern approach to the subject. This volume is a vital reference for all hydrologists, hydrogeologists and water engineers worldwide, whether they are concerned with the exploitation of new sources of water, the protection and management of existing reserves, or the science of surface water and groundwater flow. 114 eminent scientists from 17 countries worldwide have contributed to this authoritative volume. Superbly illustrated throughout, it includes almost 300 entries on a range of key topics, including arid and semi-arid zones, climates and climate change, floods and droughts, desertification, entropy, flow measurement, groundwater, hydrological cycle, hydrological models, infiltration, karst hydrology, paleohydrology, precipitation, remote sensing, river pollution prevention, rivers, lakes and seas, satellite hydrology, soil erosion, water treatment, water use, weather radar, and world water balance.

Author : Patrick O'Sullivan,C. S. Reynolds
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2008-04-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781405141109

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The Lakes Handbook by Patrick O'Sullivan,C. S. Reynolds Pdf

Continuing concern about water supply and quality, ecosystem sustainability and restoration demands that the modern approach to the management of lakes and reservoirs should be based on a sound understanding of the application of the scientific and ecological principles that underlie freshwater processes. The Lakes Handbook provides an up-to-date overview of the application of ecologically sound approaches, methods and tools using experience gained around the world for an understanding of lakes and their management. Volume one of the Handbook addresses the physical and biological aspects of lakes pertinent to lake management, emphasising those aspects particularly relevant to large, still bodies of water. Volume two then considers lake management, with particular emphasis on sustainability, restoration and rehabilitation. This handbook will be invaluable to ecologists, environmental scientists, physical geographers and hydrologists involved in limnological research, as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate students looking for authoritative reviews of the key areas of limnological study.

Author : Sven Erik Jørgensen
Publisher : Elsevier Science Limited
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Science
ISBN : 0444516786

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Lake and Reservoir Management by Sven Erik Jørgensen Pdf

Presents readers with an overview of lake management problems and the tools that can be applied to solve probelms. Lake management tools are presented in detail, including environmental technological methods, ecotechnological methods and the application of models to assess the best management strategy.

Author : Frieda B. Taub
Publisher : Elsevier Publishing Company
Page : 668 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Nature
ISBN : UCSD:31822000480657

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Lakes and Reservoirs by Frieda B. Taub Pdf

Author : Frits van der Leeden
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 832 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1990-01-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0873711203

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The Water Encyclopedia, Second Edition by Frits van der Leeden Pdf

A million facts and figures, valuable for many uses-all in one volume. Years of professional scientific work, selection, and organization went into this encyclopedia. ALL NEW Every Fact, every figure, every table, chart, diagram, and figure is all-new since the first edition. Double the Content-This new edition gives you twice the material and twice the data of the original book. ALL THE FACTS THAT COUNT Ground water contamination Drinking water Floods Waterborne diseases Global warming Climate change Irrigation Water agencies and organizations Precipitation Oceans and seas Rivers, lakes and waterfalls Water use/reuse Environmental This is the one basic reference on water that all of us need for... ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONALS AND OTHER SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS Hydrologists Civil engineers Ground water geologists Environmental scientists Biologists Naturalists-anyone whose profession involves water Government Officials Water regulatory agencies Health officials People with water-related responsibility in federal agencies such as EPA, USGS state officials, Departments of Environmental Protection, Environmental Quality, Public Health, and Municipal Agencies ALL LIBRARIES Public Corporate Academic Scientific Technical High school WATER SUPPLIERS Operators of public/private water supplies Treatment/Disposal Plants Environmental Groups Industry Environmental Managers at Chemical, Petroleum and other manufacturers Water-Related Product Manufacturers Pumps and pipes Soap and detergent Water softeners Water purifiers CONSULTANTS AND ACADEMIA "Designed to put an end to hunting through government publications, textbooks, technical journals, and scientific reports to find a badly needed fact on water, and, to this end, it is without a doubt the most important water reference you can order for your office." -The Authors

Author : Robert G. Wetzel
Publisher : Gulf Professional Publishing
Page : 1023 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2001-04-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780127447605

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Limnology by Robert G. Wetzel Pdf

This book gives a comparative treatment of topics accross lake, reservoir, and rive ecosystems. These analysis do indeed indicate differences among the properties of lakes, land-water interface regions, reservoirs, and rivers. Importantly, these analysis also indicate marked commonality in function.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781428902039

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Nutrient criteria technical guidance manual lakes and reservoirs by Anonim Pdf

Author : Gene E. Likens
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2010-03-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780123819994

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River Ecosystem Ecology by Gene E. Likens Pdf

A derivative of the Encyclopedia of Inland Waters, River Ecosystem Ecology reviews the function of rivers and streams as ecosystems as well as the varied activities and interactions that occur among their abiotic and biotic components. Because the articles are drawn from an encyclopedia, the articles are easily accessible to interested members of the public, such as conservationists and environmental decision makers. Includes an up-to-date summary of global aquatic ecosystems and issues Covers current environmental problems and management solutions Features full-color figures and tables to support the text and aid in understanding