Publication

2014 - Springer

Language

English

Word Count

44,250 words, Guess

Page Count

177 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-139783319084855
  • ISBN-103319084852
  • Better World Books9783319084855
  • Open LibraryOL34522447M

Classifications

  • LCCGB3-5030

Description

This is the first book solely devoted to Cryopedology, the study of soils of cold regions. The analysis treats Cryosols as a three-part system (active layer, transition layer, permafrost). The book considers soil-forming factors, cryogenic processes, and classification and distribution of Cryosols. Cryosols of the Arctic, Antarctica, and the high mountains are considered in detail. The chapters address cryosols and earth-system science, cryosols in a changing climate, cryosols databases and their use, and management of cryosols. The book is rich in color photographs and highlights the author’s 43 field trips to Antarctica, the Arctic, and alpine areas.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • CryopedologySpringer2014-01-01

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