Encyclopedic Dictionary Of Physical Geography

Author : Andrew S. Goudie
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1994-08-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 0631186085

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Encyclopedic Dictionary of Physical Geography by Andrew S. Goudie Pdf

This thoroughly comprehensive encyclopaedic dictionary covers the whole field of physical geography including geomorphology, climatology, biogeography, zoogeography, hydrology, pedology and the Quarternary. It contains over 2000 entries ranging in length from succinct definitions of technical terms to extended discussions of concepts and self-contained essays on themes of particular interest or importance. The dictionary has been planned and fully edited by a distinguished editorial board and the entries have been written by an international team of some 50 leading geographers. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, with all bibliographies taking account of recent publications, and new entries dealing with GIS, remote sensing and the human impact.

Author : David S. G. Thomas,Andrew S. Goudie
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1187 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118687437

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The Dictionary of Physical Geography by David S. G. Thomas,Andrew S. Goudie Pdf

The third edition of this comprehensive encyclopedic dictionary covers the whole field of physical geography and provides an essential reference for all students and lecturers in this field.

Author : Andrew Goudie
Publisher : Blackwell Pub
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1985-06-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 063113929X

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Encyclopedic Dictionary of Physical Geography by Andrew Goudie Pdf

Author : Thomas P. Huber,Robert Larkin,Gary Peters
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1988-05-17
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:49015002858737

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Dictionary of Concepts in Physical Geography by Thomas P. Huber,Robert Larkin,Gary Peters Pdf

More than a dictionary of concepts in physical geography, this book includes a variety of analyses reaching back to origins of terms, making the work of interest to intellectual historians. The search for the intellectual genesis of each term, its development, usage, and change in meaning is accomplished with brevity and clarity. References and sources of additional information accompany each entry and provide readers with the opportunity to further their inquiry. . . . Highly recommended for upper-division and graduate students and general readers Choice This volume provides definitions and historical perspective for specialized and technical concepts used in current research and writing in the field of physical geography. Of particular value to the serious student and professional in geography and related fields, the dictionary covers some 100 major concepts and provides the most complete reference available in the field to date. For each concept, the authors provide detailed definitions, arranged from the earliest to the most recent. They proceed to describe the historical growth of each term using original research works for references whenever possible. This enables the researcher to see how the concept has evolved over time, how it is currently used, and what the general direction of research might be in the future. Each entry also includes a list of prominent references concerning the concept and a bibliography of additional sources of information available such as texts, literature, reviews, important articles, and bibliographies. Complete cross referencing of concepts and an appendix that groups concepts into broad categories make the dictionary an especially valuable reference tool for both beginning students interested in the scope of physical geography and advanced students pursuing graduate study in the field.

Author : Wilfred George Moore
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Physical geography
ISBN : OCLC:416028650

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A Dictionary of Geography by Wilfred George Moore Pdf

Author : D. J. Poehls,Gregory J. Smith
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 527 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2011-09-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080925271

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Encyclopedic Dictionary of Hydrogeology by D. J. Poehls,Gregory J. Smith Pdf

The scientific disciplines of hydrology and hydrogeology are expanding as the Earth's water is being recognized by governments and individuals as a shrinking resource—no entity can afford to take water for granted. At the present time, there is no single reference source for definitions. The Encyclopedic Dictionary of Hydrogeology is a practical, comprehensive reference guide with complete definitions of terms in hydrogeology and other fields closely related to water practices. This concise reference not only defines terms and concepts, but also provides a clear explanation of key elements so that an in-depth understanding of processes may be obtained. With more than 2,000 entries, from "absolute permeability" to the "Z-R relationship", this dictionary features the most up-to-date vocabulary in hydrology and hydrogeology. This dictionary would be of use to practicing scientists and professionals in all the fields of water science More than 340 graphs, tables and diagrams complement the entries in order to clarify terms, methods, or processes Essential reference for students, academics, consultants, and practitioners in hydrology, hydrogeology, environmental engineering, environmental law, and the government

Author : Wilfred George Moore
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1954
Category : Geography
ISBN : LCCN:53027619

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A Dictionary of Geography by Wilfred George Moore Pdf

Author : Peter Haggett
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0761472894

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Encyclopedia of World Geography by Peter Haggett Pdf

Each volume focuses on a specific geographic region covering its physical geography, economics, government, and peoples.

Author : J. B. Whittow
Publisher : Puffin
Page : 591 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Reference
ISBN : 014051094X

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The Penguin Dictionary of Physical Geography by J. B. Whittow Pdf

Defines terms and concepts in archaeology, botany, geology, meteorology, earth science and geography

Author : David S. G. Thomas
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 632 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118782309

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The Dictionary of Physical Geography by David S. G. Thomas Pdf

This fully-revised comprehensive fourth edition covers the whole field of physical geography including climate and atmosphere, geomorphology, biogeography, hydrology, oceans, Quaternary, environmental change, soils, remote sensing and GIS. This new edition reflects developments in the discipline during the last decade, with the expert advisory group providing an international perspective on the discipline of physical geography. Over 2000 entries that are self-contained or cross-referenced include 200 that are new to this edition, over 400 that are rewritten and updated, and new supporting references and additional recommended reading in many others. Entries removed from the last edition are available in the online resource. This volume is the essential reference point for students of physical geography and related environmental disciplines, lecturers and interested individuals alike.

Author : Barney Warf
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 3560 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2010-09-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781452265179

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Encyclopedia of Geography by Barney Warf Pdf

Simply stated, geography studies the locations of things and the explanations that underlie spatial distributions. Profound forces at work throughout the world have made geographical knowledge increasingly important for understanding numerous human dilemmas and our capacities to address them. With more than 1,200 entries, the Encyclopedia of Geography reflects how the growth of geography has propelled a demand for intermediaries between the abstract language of academia and the ordinary language of everyday life. The six volumes of this encyclopedia encapsulate a diverse array of topics to offer a comprehensive and useful summary of the state of the discipline in the early 21st century. Key Features Gives a concise historical sketch of geography's long, rich, and fascinating history, including human geography, physical geography, and GIS Provides succinct summaries of trends such as globalization, environmental destruction, new geospatial technologies, and cyberspace Decomposes geography into the six broad subject areas: physical geography; human geography; nature and society; methods, models, and GIS; history of geography; and geographer biographies, geographic organizations, and important social movements Provides hundreds of color illustrations and images that lend depth and realism to the text Includes a special map section Key Themes Physical Geography Human Geography Nature and Society Methods, Models, and GIS People, Organizations, and Movements History of Geography This encyclopedia strategically reflects the enormous diversity of the discipline, the multiple meanings of space itself, and the diverse views of geographers. It brings together the diversity of geographical knowledge, making it an invaluable resource for any academic library.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0761473068

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Encyclopedia of World Geography by Anonim Pdf

Each volume focuses on a specific geographic region covering its physical geography, economics, government, and peoples.

Author : Wilfred George Moore
Publisher : Puffin
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Reference
ISBN : UCSD:31822004054458

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The Penguin Dictionary of Geography by Wilfred George Moore Pdf

Author : Susan B. Gall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0787662682

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Junior Worldmark Encyclopedia of Physical Geography by Susan B. Gall Pdf

Provides a comprehensive analysis of the physical geography of the world's 192 different countries.

Author : Reuel R. Hanks
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9798216089384

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Encyclopedia of Geography Terms, Themes, and Concepts by Reuel R. Hanks Pdf

This text provides an essential reference handbook for students of geography and related social sciences. How did the Greek geographer Eratosthenes make an accurate calculation of the earth's circumstance more than 1,500 years before the first voyage of Columbus to the New World? What are the "green belts" of England that dominate its rural landscape? And what is regarded as the driest continent on the planet? This handbook offers a broad coverage of terminology and concepts, serving as both an encyclopedic dictionary of geography terms and an approachable overview to the human and physical aspects of world geography. Approximately 150 geographic terms and concepts are defined and discussed, providing an accessible reference for anyone who requires a deeper knowledge of the language and ideas that are important to geography as a discipline. Helpful sidebars are provided to shed light on unusual or controversial theories and concepts. All major geographic concepts and terms are addressed and comprehensively explained using examples.