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Changing the Face of Earth - Engineering Geomorphology [Hardcover]

J.R. Giardino (Editor), R.A. Marston (Editor), M. Morisawa (Editor)


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0444503013 978-0444503015 June 8, 2000 1st
This volume, a compilation of papers presented at the 28th Binghamton Symposium held in Bologna, Italy, focusses on the role of geomorphology and the interface between engineering and geomorphology. Providing an overview of the changing face of the Earth, this collection of timely contributions encompasses the challenges of engineering geomorphology through a focus on accomplishments, opportunities and directions for the future of this field. The book presents a broad, international perspective on current concepts and techniques in engineering geomorphology.

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  • Hardcover: 448 pages
  • Publisher: Elsevier Science; 1st edition (June 8, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0444503013
  • ISBN-13: 978-0444503015
  • Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 7.6 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,360,534 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The pragmatic role of geomorphology is referred to by a variety of descriptors, such as applied geomorphology, practical geomorphology, environmental geomorphology, urban geomorphology, and engineering geomorphology. Read the first page
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floor geomorphology, joint spacing distributions, channel morphological changes, rock glacier formation, rock glacier surface, rock temperature data, construction site erosion control, historical alluvium, ing geomorphology, hydraulic mining sediment, different weathering grades, gross soil erosion, bedload input, mean joint spacings, weathering schemes, sheet fractures, active rock glacier, tabulated classification, ered granite, fresh granite, rock glaciers, vertical joint spacings, urban geology, reconnaissance inventory, landslide hazard evaluation
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Camp Bullis, New York, Elsevier Science, Geological Survey, Sacramento Valley, Edwards Aquifer, United Nations, Sierra Nevada, Upper Tinée, Bear River, Gulf of Mexico, American River, Fifteenmile Creek, South Australia, Vidal Romani, Vonder Müehll, Army Corps of Engineers, French Riviera, Hong Kong, Rendel Geotechnics, Glen Rose, National Academy Press, North Fork, United States, Eyre Peninsula
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