Introduction to the Biogeochemistry of Soils
Autor Ronald Amundsonen Limba Engleză Paperback – 16 iun 2021
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781108932752
ISBN-10: 1108932754
Pagini: 230
Dimensiuni: 189 x 246 x 12 mm
Greutate: 0.5 kg
Editura: Cambridge University Press
Colecția Cambridge University Press
Locul publicării:New York, United States
ISBN-10: 1108932754
Pagini: 230
Dimensiuni: 189 x 246 x 12 mm
Greutate: 0.5 kg
Editura: Cambridge University Press
Colecția Cambridge University Press
Locul publicării:New York, United States
Cuprins
1. Introduction to soils; 2. An overview of the biogeochemistry of soils; 3. The biology in soil biogeochemistry; 4. Field based properties of soils; 5. Soil biogeochemical measurements and data; 6. Time and soil processes; 7. The soil carbon cycle; 8. Chemical and physical processes in soils; 9. Soil processes on sloping landscapes; 10. Humans and soil biogeochemistry.
Recenzii
'Amundson's introduction to soil biogeochemistry provides an exciting path for future students with a wide range of interests, especially ecological and Earth science students. This introduction to the topic is as important as it is long overdue.' Daniel D. Richter, Duke University
'This book provides the conceptual and quantitative tools to study soil as an integral part of the Earth system. Professor Amundson emphasizes the physical, chemical and biological processes responsible for developing and maintaining soil and its role in facilitating and modifying mass fluxes at the Earth's surface. It is the most engaging, useful and concise book available on soil's role in terrestrial biogeochemistry.' Oliver Chadwick, University of California, Santa Barbara
'This is the type of textbook that even the specialist can read and enjoy. It is surprising in its coverage - spanning, for example, from the Big Bang to yesterday and from state-of-the-science models of soil formation to filling out soil data sheets. Even the problems at the end of chapters are interesting: they will act as springboards to launch students further into the world of soils and how to think scientifically.' Susan L. Brantley, Pennsylvania State University
'This book blends exquisitely the classic and fundamental with the modern and highly specialized. From basic concepts of soil science to the query of modern databases, Amundson covers it comprehensively and quantitatively.' Daniel O. Breecker, University of Texas, Austin
'Ronald Amundson … presents a comprehensive view of soils as natural, dynamic bodies through geologic time and space. Readers with substantive math and chemistry skills will appreciate his discussion of soil biochemistry and its central role in understanding climate change and the evolution of life on our planet. Branches of many disciplines have been grafted to the humble rootstock of soil science in this book.' Susan E. Marshall, Humboldt State University
'Finally, we have a textbook on soil that teaches us without overwhelming us. This book is a remarkable success in shedding light on concepts, observations, and perspectives, a rare balance that our precious soils deserve.' Kyungsoo Yoo, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
'This book provides the conceptual and quantitative tools to study soil as an integral part of the Earth system. Professor Amundson emphasizes the physical, chemical and biological processes responsible for developing and maintaining soil and its role in facilitating and modifying mass fluxes at the Earth's surface. It is the most engaging, useful and concise book available on soil's role in terrestrial biogeochemistry.' Oliver Chadwick, University of California, Santa Barbara
'This is the type of textbook that even the specialist can read and enjoy. It is surprising in its coverage - spanning, for example, from the Big Bang to yesterday and from state-of-the-science models of soil formation to filling out soil data sheets. Even the problems at the end of chapters are interesting: they will act as springboards to launch students further into the world of soils and how to think scientifically.' Susan L. Brantley, Pennsylvania State University
'This book blends exquisitely the classic and fundamental with the modern and highly specialized. From basic concepts of soil science to the query of modern databases, Amundson covers it comprehensively and quantitatively.' Daniel O. Breecker, University of Texas, Austin
'Ronald Amundson … presents a comprehensive view of soils as natural, dynamic bodies through geologic time and space. Readers with substantive math and chemistry skills will appreciate his discussion of soil biochemistry and its central role in understanding climate change and the evolution of life on our planet. Branches of many disciplines have been grafted to the humble rootstock of soil science in this book.' Susan E. Marshall, Humboldt State University
'Finally, we have a textbook on soil that teaches us without overwhelming us. This book is a remarkable success in shedding light on concepts, observations, and perspectives, a rare balance that our precious soils deserve.' Kyungsoo Yoo, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
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Descriere
The first process-based textbook on how soils form and function in biogeochemical cycles, for advanced undergraduate and graduate students.