Soil And Water Quality At Different Scales

Author : Peter A. Finke,Johan Bouma,Marcel R. Hoosbeek
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401730211

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Soil and Water Quality at Different Scales by Peter A. Finke,Johan Bouma,Marcel R. Hoosbeek Pdf

Integrated studies on the assessment and improvement of soil and water quality have to deal almost inevitably with issues of scale, since the spatial support of measurements, the model calculations and the presentation of results usually vary. This book contains the selected and edited proceedings of a workshop devoted to issues of scale entitled: `Soil and Water Quality at Different Scales', which was held in 1996 in Wageningen. It is intended for environmental researchers, scientists and MSc and PhD students. Part 1 covers current issues and methodologies with scale related soil and water quality research. Part 2 covers agroecological and hydrological case studies in which scale transforms form an important part of the research chain. Part 3 consists of papers focusing on methodologies and up and downscaling. Part 4 contains review papers based on modellers' and statisticians' considerations as well as the papers and posters presented during the workshop. Part 5 consists of short research notes.

Author : Peter A. Finke,Johan Bouma,Marcel R. Hoosbeek
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9401730229

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Soil and Water Quality at Different Scales by Peter A. Finke,Johan Bouma,Marcel R. Hoosbeek Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:245662067

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Soil and Water Quality at Different Scales by Anonim Pdf

Author : Yakov Pachepsky,David E. Radcliffe,H. Magdi Selim
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2003-03-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780203011065

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Scaling Methods in Soil Physics by Yakov Pachepsky,David E. Radcliffe,H. Magdi Selim Pdf

The scaling issue remains one of the largest problems in soil science and hydrology. This book is a unique compendium of ideas, conceptual approaches, techniques, and methodologies for scaling soil physical properties. Scaling Methods in Soil Physics covers many methods of scaling that will be useful in helping scientists across a range of soil-rel

Author : Himanshu Pathak
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 792 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789819979356

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Climate Change Impacts on Soil-Plant-Atmosphere Continuum by Himanshu Pathak Pdf

Author : James E. Nickum,Raya Marina Stephan,Henning Bjornlund
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2022-12-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781000815306

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Wicked Problems of Water Quality Governance by James E. Nickum,Raya Marina Stephan,Henning Bjornlund Pdf

This book explores the many dimensions of water quality problems in different parts of the globe, with focus on problems of governance, from legal frameworks to social discourses and compensation measures. Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6.3 on Water and Sanitation emphasizes the centrality of improving water quality to attain sustainable development. Yet the obstacles to achieving this goal are significant. This book explores the variety of difficult, possibly intractable “wicked” problems of water quality governance around the world. Cases include the challenge of managing water from source to sea, exploring why attempts to do so have come up short in limiting harm to the Great Barrier Reef; differing social discourses on market based instruments in Canada; efforts to bring to closure the human legacies of Minamata methyl mercury poisoning half a century ago in Japan; current problems of mercury use in Andean mining; misalignment of established Eastern European water laws with those of the EU; water quality markets in China; the impacts of service coverage and quality on low income households in countries from New Zealand to Bangladesh and Malawi; the importance of perceptions, ranging from the use of treated wastewater by farmers in the MENA region to consumers in Fukushima and to users of the artificial river in Beijing’s Olympic Park; and finally the confluence of wicked problems in refugee camps facing COVID. The chapters in this book were originally published in the journal, Water International.

Author : Rattan Lal
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1052 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0849350549

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Encyclopedia of Soil Science by Rattan Lal Pdf

"Upholding the high standard of quality set by the previous edition, this two-volume second edition offers a vast array of recent peer-reviewed articles. It showcases research and practices with added sections on ISTIC-World Soil Information, root growth and agricultural management, nitrate leaching management, podzols, paramos soils, water repellant soils, rare earth elements, and more. With hundreds of entries covering tillage, irrigation, erosion control, ground water, and soil degradation, the book offers quick access to all branches of soil science, from mineralology and physics, to soil management, restoration, and global warming."--Publisher's website.

Author : Marcel van der Perk
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2006-08-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780203963579

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Soil and Water Contamination by Marcel van der Perk Pdf

This textbook provides an overview of transport and fate processes of environmental contamination, in such a way that the reader can both understand and predict contaminant patterns in soil, groundwater, and surface water. In contract to most existing texts, soil and water pollution are treated as integrated environmental matter from a geographical/spatial perspective at point, local, regional, and catchment scales. The spatial approach links up with recent developments and trends in environmental legislation and other integrated catchment management initiatives. It consists of four coherent parts: 1. Introduction to soil and water contamination; 2. Source, role, and behavior of substances in soil and water; 3. Transport and fate processes of substances in soil and water; and 4. Patterns of substances in soil and water. Intended for undergraduate and graduate students in Earth and Environmental Sciences, who understand the fundamentals of chemistry, hydrology and soil science; may also serve as a useful reference for professionals.

Author : Rattan Lal,B.A. Stewart
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 431 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2015-08-20
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781482245349

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Soil-Specific Farming by Rattan Lal,B.A. Stewart Pdf

Faced with challenges of resource scarcity and environmental degradation, it is important to adopt innovative farming systems that maximize resource efficiency while protecting the environment. Soil-Specific Farming: Precision Agriculture focuses on principles and applications of soil-specific farming, providing information on rapidly evolving agricultural technologies. It addresses assessments of soil variability and application of modern innovations to enhance use efficiency of fertilizers, irrigation, tillage, and pesticides through targeted management of soils and crops. This book provides the technological basis of adopting and promoting precision agriculture (PA) for addressing the issues of resource scarcity, environmental pollution, and climate change. It focuses specifically on PA technologies and discusses historical evolution, soil variability at different scales, soil fertility and nutrient management, water quality, land leveling techniques, and special ecosystems involving small landholders and coastal regions. Highlighting the scale-related issues and concerns of small landholders, the text details the efficient use of resources on the basis of soil/field variability and site-specific conditions. It examines how PA technology can increase productivity, enhance profitability, and minimize environmental degradation. Woven throughout is the theme of sustainable use of resources.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1294 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1998-07
Category : Fertilizers
ISBN : PSU:000054609488

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Soils and Fertilizers by Anonim Pdf

Author : Rattan Lal,John M. Kimble,Ronald F. Follett,B.A. Stewart
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351415767

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Soil Processes and the Carbon Cycle by Rattan Lal,John M. Kimble,Ronald F. Follett,B.A. Stewart Pdf

World soils contain about 1500 gigatons of organic carbon. This large carbon reserve can increase atmospheric concentrations of CO2 by soil misuse or mismanagement, or it can reverse the 'greenhouse' effect by judicious land use and proper soil management. Soil Processes and the Carbon Cycle describes soil processes and their effects on the global carbon cycle while relating soil properties to soil quality and potential and actual carbon reserves in the soil. In addition, this book deals with modeling the carbon cycle in soil, and with methods of soil carbon determinations.

Author : C. P. Kumar
Publisher : C. P. Kumar
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-03-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Water Resources Assessment, Modelling and Management by C. P. Kumar Pdf

Water is one of the most vital resources on Earth and plays a crucial role in sustaining life. With the rapid increase in population and urbanization, the demand for water has been increasing exponentially, leading to an immense pressure on the existing water resources. In this context, the assessment, modelling, and management of water resources have become crucial to ensure sustainable development. This book, "Water Resources Assessment, Modelling and Management," is a collection of 101 articles that delve into various topics related to water resources. It covers various aspects related to surface water, groundwater, surface water modelling, groundwater modelling, management of water resources, challenges and strategies, advanced techniques in water resources, thrust areas. The book provides a special emphasis on water resources issues and management in India, which is crucial due to the significant water-related challenges faced by the country. The articles in the book offer a broad overview of the latest techniques, tools, and strategies used in the assessment, modelling, and management of water resources. Each article is concise, with a length of around three pages, and provides a brief yet informative summary of the respective topic. The aim of the book is to provide readers with a quick and accessible overview of each topic, without delving too deeply into technical details or using equations. To keep the content straightforward and easy to understand, the articles do not contain equations. However, readers who wish to explore a topic in more depth are encouraged to consult other relevant books and resources, where they can find more comprehensive information and mathematical formulations. The book aims to be a valuable resource for water resources professionals, researchers, and students who are interested in understanding the challenges associated with water resources and the strategies for their management. It covers a wide range of topics, including the latest techniques and tools used in water resources management, and the impact of climate change on water resources. Overall, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge and practice in the assessment, modelling, and management of water resources. The book is expected to serve as a useful reference for anyone interested in this important and timely topic.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations ,Global Soil Biodiversity Initiative,Secretariat of the Convention of Biological,European Commission,Intergovernmental Technical Panel on Soils
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 618 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-04
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251335826

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State of knowledge of soil biodiversity - Status, challenges and potentialities by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations ,Global Soil Biodiversity Initiative,Secretariat of the Convention of Biological,European Commission,Intergovernmental Technical Panel on Soils Pdf

There is increasing attention to the importance of biodiversity for food security and nutrition, especially above-ground biodiversity such as plants and animals. However, less attention is being paid to the biodiversity beneath our feet, soil biodiversity, which drives many processes that produce food or purify soil and water. This report is the result of an inclusive process involving more than 300 scientists from around the world under the auspices of the FAO’s Global Soil Partnership and its Intergovernmental Technical Panel on Soils, the Convention on Biological Diversity, the Global Soil Biodiversity Initiative, and the European Commission. It presents concisely the state of knowledge on soil biodiversity, the threats to it, and the solutions that soil biodiversity can provide to problems in different fields. It also represents a valuable contribution to raising awareness of the importance of soil biodiversity and highlighting its role in finding solutions to today's global threats.

Author : Humberto Blanco,Sandeep Kumar,Stephen H. Anderson
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2022-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781486313785

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Soil Hydrology in a Changing Climate by Humberto Blanco,Sandeep Kumar,Stephen H. Anderson Pdf

A changing climate is causing challenges for soil and water management in many parts of the world. Current soil management practices need to be redesigned to effectively address present and future fluctuating climates. Soil Hydrology in a Changing Climate explores how soil management practices impact soil hydrological characteristics, and how we can improve our understanding of soil and water management under changing conditions. Soil hydrology includes water infiltration and soil water storage, which are critical for agricultural plant and animal production. With our future climate predicted to include hotter, drier conditions, increases in evapotranspiration as well as fewer, more intense storms, improved soil management and soil hydrology are critical to ensuring our agriculture production can meet human demand. This comprehensive book is a valuable resource for land managers, soil conservationists, researchers and others who wish to understand how different management practices affect soil and water dynamics and how these practices can be adjusted to enhance agricultural sustainability and environmental quality.

Author : Edward A. Laws
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 733 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461457640

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Environmental Toxicology by Edward A. Laws Pdf

Environmental Toxicology provides a detailed, comprehensive introduction to this key area of sustainability and public health research. The broad coverage includes sections on ecological risk assessment, monitoring, mechanisms, fate and transport, prevention, and correctives, as well as treatment of the health effects of solar radiation and toxicology in the ocean. The 23 state-of-the-art chapters provide a multi-disciplinary perspective on this vital area, which encompasses environmental science, biology, chemistry, and public health.