Soils

Their Properties and Management

Peter Charman, Brian Murphy

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OUP Australia and New Zealand
29 December 2006

Mathematics & Sciences; Evolution; Botany & plant sciences; Soil science, sedimentology; Applied ecology

The essential soil science text for Australian students Soils is a practically focused soil science text, designed to give a sound understanding of soils for those studying or working in environmental management, soil conservation and natural resource management.

The authors have put soils and soil management into the context of the management of natural resources at the broadest level, providing a practical description of soils and their properties. The book examines the different kinds of degradation to which soils are susceptible, and describes the available methods of soil management and conservation.

Reflects recent changes in natural resource management in Australia Land management in Australia has undergone significant changes in recent years. New issues and concerns have emerged in response to the development of new methodologies for land management and environmental issues. This text explores the relevance of soils to the ecological sustainability of land use practices, catchment management and the management of water resources, reflecting the recent changes in natural resource management in Australia.

Revised, updated and redesigned This third edition has been re-designed and updated.

Edited by: Peter Charman, Brian Murphy
Imprint: OUP Australia and New Zealand
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: 3rd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 255mm, Width: 191mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 1g
ISBN: 9780195517620
ISBN 10: 0195517628
Pages: 480
Publication Date: 29 December 2006
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

The Nature of Soil Forms of Erosion Soil Formation and Erosion Rates Other Forms of Soil Degradation The Soil Profile Systems of Soil Classification Soil Survey and Mapping Soils of New South Wales Soil Landscapes of New South Wales Soil Physical Properties Soil Engineering Properties Soil Erodibility Soil Chemical Properties Soil Organic Matter Soils and Rural Land Capability Soils and Sustainable Farming Systems Soils and Rangeland Management Soils and Coastal Dune Management Soils and Vegetation Soils and their Use for Earth Works Soils and Urban Use Soil Rehabilitation for Extractive Industries Soil Health and Sustainable Development – A Concluding Perspective

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Soils

Their Properties and Management

Peter Charman, Brian Murphy

$164.95

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