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Geology & the lithosphere

Hardcover. Provides information on topics ranging from nucleosynthesis to crystal chemistry, from the systematics of chemical variation in the earth's core to the composition of complex organics. This book illustrates the physicochemical principles and various natural processes that can explain observed compositional changes in natural substances. Num Pages: 440 pages, 164 line illus., 84 tables. BIC Classification: GBC; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 36. Weight in Grams: 857.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
440
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691009384
ISBN
9780691009384
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 88.74
€ 68.48

Hardback. Finding viable solutions to many of the problems threatening our environment hinges on understanding the rocks below the earth's surface. This book discusses the physical properties of rocks, proceeding by chapter through mechanical, fluid flow, acoustical, electrical, dielectric, thermal, and magnetic properties. Num Pages: 304 pages, 8 halftones. 190 line illus. 26 tables. BIC Classification: PHVG; RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 162 x 236 x 23. Weight in Grams: 562.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691034522
ISBN
9780691034522
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 168.01
€ 126.82

Hardback. Presents the fundamentals of marine sediment geochemistry by examining the complex chemical, biological, and physical processes that contribute to the conversion of these sediments to rock, a process known as early diagenesis. This graduate text is intended for students of geology, geochemistry, and oceanography, as well as earth scientists. Num Pages: 624 pages, 33 halftones. 75 line illus. 33 tables. BIC Classification: RBGG; RBGK; RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 241 x 162 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1098.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
624
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691095066
ISBN
9780691095066
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 139.61
€ 105.29

Hardback. Chronicles the scientific effort to unravel the mysteries of rocks that solidified on or beneath Earth's surface from the intensely hot, molten material called magma. This book traces the development of igneous petrology. It considers the professionalization and Anglicization of the field. Num Pages: 712 pages, 20 halftones. 38 line illus. BIC Classification: RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1142.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
712
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691102795
ISBN
9780691102795
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 139.61
€ 105.01

Hardback. Suitable for any science or engineering student who has completed two semesters of calculus and one semester of calculus-based physics, this book describes the climate system based on observations of the mean climate state and its variability. It explains how the climate system works and why the climate is changing. Num Pages: 216 pages, 81 halftones. 38 line illus. 7 tables. BIC Classification: RBG; RBKC; RBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 260 x 181 x 18. Weight in Grams: 624.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691125305
ISBN
9780691125305
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 80.45
€ 62.08

Paperback. How do high mountain ranges form on the face of the Earth? This question has intrigued some of the greatest philosophers and scientists, going back as far as the ancient Greeks. This book tells the story of one scientist, and his quest for the key to this geological mystery. Num Pages: 336 pages, 36 halftones. 38 line illus. BIC Classification: 1KLSX; PDZ; RBGF; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 23. Weight in Grams: 504.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
348
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691126203
ISBN
9780691126203
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 29.28

Hardback. Looks at the application of chemical biomarkers to aquatic ecosystems. This book describes the structure, biochemical synthesis, analysis, and reactivity of each class of biomarkers. It offers a selection of relevant applications to aquatic systems, including lakes, rivers, estuaries, oceans, and paleoenvironments. Num Pages: 392 pages, 78 halftones. 117 line illus. 26 tables. BIC Classification: PN; PSAF; PSB; RBGK; RBK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 262 x 190 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1020.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691134147
ISBN
9780691134147
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 144.34
€ 109.21

Hardback. Earth's climate has undergone dramatic changes over the geologic timescale. At one extreme, Earth has been glaciated from the poles to the equator for periods that may have lasted millions of years. This title presents the study of such changes and their causes. Series: Princeton Primers in Climate. Num Pages: 320 pages, 40 line illus. BIC Classification: RBGF; RBP; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 23. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691145549
ISBN
9780691145549
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.12
€ 79.21

Paperback. Editor(s): Castello, John D.; Rogers, Scott O. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 328 pages. BIC Classification: PSG; PSQ; RBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691171067
ISBN
9780691171067
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.99
€ 39.56

Hardcover. Diamonds are a multi-billion dollar business involving some of the world s largest mining companies, a million and a half artisanal diggers, more than a million cutters and polishers and a huge retail jewellery sector. Series: Resources. Num Pages: 204 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAT; RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 211 x 18. Weight in Grams: 384.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Polity Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
204
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745672304
ISBN
9780745672304
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.65

Paperback. Diamonds are a multi-billion dollar business involving some of the world s largest mining companies, a million and a half artisanal diggers, more than a million cutters and polishers and a huge retail jewellery sector. Series: Polity Resources Series. Num Pages: 204 pages. BIC Classification: KNAT; RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 212 x 149 x 16. Weight in Grams: 286.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Polity Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
204
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745672311
ISBN
9780745672311
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.46

Hardback. Num Pages: 512 pages, 76. BIC Classification: BGT; PSAJ; RBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 165 x 36. Weight in Grams: 920. 480 pages, 17 maps, 33halftones, 12line drawings, 8 colour insert. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: BGT; PSAJ; RBG. Dimension: 242 x 165 x 36. Weight: 916.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Cornell University Press
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801443480
ISBN
9780801443480
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 62.64

Hardback. Traces the ever-evolving relationship between science and industry and reveals the unsuspected role geology played in shaping our understanding of the history of oil Num Pages: 248 pages, 34 illustrations. BIC Classification: HBT; KNBP; RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780803234864
ISBN
9780803234864
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.25

Hardcover. * Builds on the success of the previous editions to present an unparalleled resource on soil formation and classification. *12 page color plate section featuring soil profiles. * Inclusion of new classification systems in China and Brazil. Num Pages: 560 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 182 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1246.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
6th Edition
Number of pages
560
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813807690
ISBN
9780813807690
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 121.96

Hardcover. Recommended by users for its clear explanations and readability. Troeh and Thompson's Soil; and Soil Fertility provides and excellent overview of soils for students in agriculture and the environmental sciences. Num Pages: 489 pages, 231. BIC Classification: RBGB; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 179 x 263 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1064.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
6th Edition
Number of pages
489
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813809557
ISBN
9780813809557
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 153.57

Hardcover. A sociological study of changing farming methods, investigating those techniques that have gradually continued to replace the plow culture. Num Pages: 360 pages, 22. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNF; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 28. Weight in Grams: 690.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813819471
ISBN
9780813819471
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 143.46

Hardcover. A textbook designed for use in university courses on the subject and as a reference book for practitioners and students. It describes the physical properties of soils and how these properties affect agriculture and the environment. It includes definitions of useful terms and concepts. It offers discussion of soil-plant water relationships. Num Pages: 421 pages, 0. BIC Classification: RBGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 259 x 187 x 32. Weight in Grams: 948.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
421
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813820873
ISBN
9780813820873
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 131.15

Hardcover. Drawing on multidisciplinary research, the authors of this text provide an overview of the theories and data that explain the process of evaporation from free water and soils which are bare, tilled or residue-covered. They discuss the benefits of various methods of reducing evaporation. Num Pages: 142 pages, 39 illustrations. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 376.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
142
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813828572
ISBN
9780813828572
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 136.17

Paperback. Palaeomagnetism, plates, hot spots, trenches and ridges are the subject of this unusual book. Plate Tectonics is a book of exercises and background information that introduces and demonstrates the basics of the subject. Num Pages: 416 pages, 163. BIC Classification: RBGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 191 x 19. Weight in Grams: 764.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1986
Publisher
Blackwell Scientific Publications inc
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780865423138
ISBN
9780865423138
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 122.36

Paperback. * Comprehensive coverage, up--to--date, densely illustrated and fully referenced throughout. * Varied environmental concerns of different regions are represented by a broad geographical spread of examples. * Author is a distinguished engineering geologist with extensive international experience. . Num Pages: 608 pages, 297. BIC Classification: RBG; RNP; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 247 x 180 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1106.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
608
Condition
New
SKU
V9780865428751
ISBN
9780865428751
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 139.94

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