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Scientific Categorization of Aspects of Flora and Soil Attributes of A Typical Watershed

Author : Ukpaka Chukwujekwu Gratius

Publisher : Scientific Research Publishing, Inc. USA

Page : 129 pages

File Size : 19,5 MB

Release : 2018-02-13

Category : Nature

ISBN : 1618964127

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The book “scientific categorization of aspects of flora and soil attributes of a typical tropical watershed” is primarily concerned with portraying most parts of tropical Africa exactly the way they are, as far as watershed/ forest conservation is concerned. The point that the book is out to establish is that every state governor in Nigeria ought to have at least a standard forest reserve, and every University Vice Chancellor ought to establish a botanical/zoological garden in his institution. The aim of this research work was to characterize and identify those factors that were responsible for the degradation of the watershed. The objectives of the study were to: 1. Identify the species composition and diversity; 2. Determine the economic relevance of the species; 3. Determine the Importance values of the species; 4. Determine the effects of seasons, land use and relief on Importance Value Indices (IVI) of the species; 5. Determine the effects of seasons, land use and relief on selected soil properties.



Watershed Management

Author : J. V. S. Murty

Publisher :

Page : 234 pages

File Size : 49,41 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Watershed management

ISBN : 9788122408560

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Watershed Management Environment Improves By Watershed Management, A Rapid Means For Reviving Green Foliage On Wastelands. In The Present Endeavor, The Concept On Watershed Management Is Dealt After Introducing The Reasons For Degradation Of Lands And The Need For Watershed Management. The Simple, Integrated Scientific Techniques Are Given On Land, Water, Greenery And Energy Management. Socioeconomical Conditions, Basic To Peoples' Involvement In Promoting Sustainable Society Are Also Dealt. Stress Is Laid For Presenting Appropriate Technologies, Check Dams, Water Harvesting Ponds And Greening Systems. In Conclusion, Impact Achieved By Watershed Management And Barefoot Pathways Are Given.The Essential Objective Of The Book Is To Help The Greening Of Semi Arid Tracts In The Context Of Souths' Self Reliance.



Applied Geomorphology and Contemporary Issues

Author : Sujit Mandal

Publisher : Springer Nature

Page : 703 pages

File Size : 20,58 MB

Release : 2022-09-03

Category : Science

ISBN : 3031045327

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The edited book deals with climate change and its response to river system which is one of the most burning issues of the Global environment. Due to urbanization and industrialization land degradation and resource depletion are happening and promoting livelihood challenges in the world which is reflected in the book too. The book addresses the construction of dams over large rivers and its possible consequences in the environment. Changes of the hydrology and sedimentology are to be addressed in the book. The climate change phenomena and associated geomorphic hazards and contemporary environmental issues such as sea level rise, coastal flood, drought, wind erosion, flood, soil erosion, landslide, depletion of ground water, coastal erosion etc. are elaborated in the book with suitable methods and techniques. So this edited book will contribute a lot to general to particular filed of studies and will help to geographers, geomorphologists, environmentalists, planners, policy makers and developers for studies and promoting regional plans and development.



Wetlands

Author : Committee on Characterization of Wetlands

Publisher : National Academies Press

Page : 329 pages

File Size : 18,39 MB

Release : 1995-09-20

Category : Science

ISBN : 0309587220

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"Wetlands" has become a hot word in the current environmental debate. But what does it signify? In 1991, proposed changes in the legal definities of wetlands stirred controversy and focused attention on the scientific and economic aspects of their management. This volume explores how to define wetlands. The committee--whose members were drawn from academia, government, business, and the environmental community--builds a rational, scientific basis for delineating wetlands in the landscape and offers recommendations for further action. Wetlands also discusses the diverse hydrological and ecological functions of wetlands, and makes recommendations concerning so-called controversial areas such as permafrost wetlands, riparian ecosystems, irregularly flooded sites, and agricultural wetlands. It presents criteria for identifying wetlands and explores the problems of applying those criteria when there are seasonal changes in water levels. This comprehensive and practical volume will be of interest to environmental scientists and advocates, hydrologists, policymakers, regulators, faculty, researchers, and students of environmental studies.







Encyclopedia of Soil Science

Author : Rattan Lal

Publisher : CRC Press

Page : 2795 pages

File Size : 45,42 MB

Release : 2017-01-11

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1498738931

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New and Improved Global Edition: Three-Volume Set A ready reference addressing a multitude of soil and soil management concerns, the highly anticipated and widely expanded third edition of Encyclopedia of Soil Science now spans three volumes and covers ground on a global scale. A definitive guide designed for both coursework and self-study, this latest version describes every branch of soil science and delves into trans-disciplinary issues that focus on inter-connectivity or the nexus approach. For Soil Scientists, Crop Scientists, Plant Scientists and More A host of contributors from around the world weigh in on underlying themes relevant to natural and agricultural ecosystems. Factoring in a rapidly changing climate and a vastly growing population, they sound off on topics that include soil degradation, climate change, soil carbon sequestration, food and nutritional security, hidden hunger, water quality, non-point source pollution, micronutrients, and elemental transformations. New in the Third Edition: Contains over 600 entries Offers global geographical and thematic coverage Entries peer reviewed by subject experts Addresses current issues of global significance Encyclopedia of Soil Science, Third Edition: Three Volume Set expertly explains the science of soil and describes the material in terms that are easily accessible to researchers, students, academicians, policy makers, and laymen alike. Also Available Online This Taylor & Francis encyclopedia is also available through online subscription, offering a variety of extra benefits for researchers, students, and librarians, including: Citation tracking and alerts Active reference linking Saved searches and marked lists HTML and PDF format options Contact Taylor and Francis for more information or to inquire about subscription options and print/online combination packages. US: (Tel) 1.888.318.2367; (E-mail) [email protected] International: (Tel) +44 (0) 20 7017 6062; (E-mail) [email protected]