Fractals in Soil Science (Advances in Soil Science) [Hardcover]

Philippe Baveye (Editor), Jean-Yves Parlange (Editor), Bobby A. Stewart (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1566701058 | ISBN-13: 978-1566701051 | Publication Date: February 13, 1998 | Edition: 1

The application of fractals and fractal geometry in soil science has become increasingly important over the last few years. This self-contained and timely book was designed to provide detailed and comprehensive information on the current status of the application of fractal geometry in soil science, and on prospects for its future use. With a detailed and specific introductory chapter, particular attention is paid to comparing and contrasting "fractal" and "fragmentation" concepts. Some uses of fractals, such as to quantify the retention and transport properties of soils, to describe the intricate geometry of pore surfaces and macropore networks, or to elucidate the rooting patterns of various plants, are discussed. Applications of fractals in soil science are both relatively recent and in constant evolution. This book reflects accurately existing trends, by allowing sharp differences among the viewpoints expressed in contributed chapters to be presented to the reader in one self-contained volume.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 432 pages
• Publisher: CRC-Press; 1 edition (February 13, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1566701058
• ISBN-13: 978-1566701051
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,021,814 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)