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Archean and Proterozoic Earth
It took nearly four billion years for the Earth to become a hospitable planet. Archean and Proterozoic Earth traces the geodynamic, biological, climatic and environmental upheavals that accompanied this evolution. This book looks at the planet's secular cooling and its implications for the dynamics of the Earth's mantle and the development of plate tectonics, as well as the evolution of magma composition and the formation of a differentiated continental crust. It shows how variations in the intensity of the Earth's magnetic field have proved useful in reconstructing the movement of continents across the surface of the globe. The book also documents the origin of the oceans and the appearance of the first traces of life, and describes the evolution of the major biogeochemical cycles that led to the oxygenation of the atmosphere, the diversification of living organisms and the concentration of substances of economic interest, particularly metals. [384 Pages, Hardcover]
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Sustainable Water Systems
A practice-oriented analysis of water treatment systems using low-cost, low-maintenance technologies and sustainable water resources In Sustainable Water Systems, expert water resources researcher Miklas Scholz delivers a practice-oriented resource that comprehensively covers the design, operation, and maintenance of traditional and novel wetland systems used in water resource management. The book offers a performance analysis of existing infrastructure in constructed wetlands, soil infiltration systems, ditches, dry ponds, and silt traps in both developed and developing countries. Sustainable Water Systems addresses economic and environmental challenges, including flood retention and its incorporation into sustainable water supply systems. Readers will also find: * A thorough introduction to low-cost alternatives to resource-intensive water processing plants * Comprehensive explorations of effective water technologies that work well in less developed and rural regions without access to reliable water treatment * Modelling of wetland systems and how to design them for optimal performance * Practical discussions of industrial wastewater treatment and modelling * Complete treatments of sustainable flood retention basins, including integrated constructed wetlands Perfect for researchers, engineers, and other professionals working in the field of water resource management, Sustainable Water Systems will also benefit anyone interested in water supply engineering and wastewater treatment. [400 Pages, Hardcover]
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Analytical Methods in Radiative Transfer
Modern analytical methods in radiative transfer are used to solve practical problems of modern atmospheric physics related to solar light interaction with the atmosphere, and remote sensing of clouds and clear sky. They provide a better understanding of the physics involved. [192 Pages, Hardcover]
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Sea Ice
New edition of the leading resource on the Arctic and Southern Oceans with contributions from the world's experts on sea ice Sea Ice delivers insights into the very latest understanding of sea ice dynamics, how we measure (and model) its extent, the ecosystems that depend on sea ice, and the effect of climate change on its distribution. The book also discusses how sea ice influences the oceanography of underlying waters and the influence that sea ice has on the world's climate. This newly revised and updated Fourth Edition looks at ice-based food webs and the impact on global geopolitics as well as changes in human activity in the Arctic. Written by a team of more than 80 of the world's leading experts from 13 countries, Sea Ice includes information on: * Sea ice thickness distribution and snow and surface processes on sea ice * The short-term and long-term dynamics of Arctic versus Antarctic Sea ice * Current methods of satellite remote sensing of sea ice * The ecology of sea ice, from microbes to mammals to marine birds * The cycling of contaminants across the ocean-sea ice-atmosphere interface In its new edition, Sea Ice remains the leading multidisciplinary resource on the subject for all policy makers, researchers, and students with an interest in the polar regions and their role in the world's oceanic systems. [960 Pages, Hardcover]
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Geophysical Exploration for Hydrocarbon Reservoirs, Geothermal Energy, and Carbon Storage
A practical guide to the latest technologies and techniques in subsurface energy exploration In Geophysical Exploration for Hydrocarbon Reservoirs, Geothermal Energy, and Carbon Storage: New Technologies and AI-based Approaches, distinguished researcher Said Gaci delivers a practice-oriented overview and comparison of the concepts, methods, and workflows for the geophysical characterization of hydrocarbon and geothermal reservoirs, including those reservoirs suitable for large-scale carbon sequestration. Organized into four parts, the book begins with a summary of novel petroleum exploration technologies and discussions of illustrative case studies from around the world. It then explains how to integrate seismic and other non-invasive surveying methods for a comprehensive multiscale reservoir characterization. The third part explores the implementation of artificial intelligence tools in remote exploration, rock typing, and fluid prediction. The final part demonstrates how to apply hydrocarbon exploration methods to the exploration and development of geothermal reservoirs and underground carbon dioxide storage sites. Readers will find: * A multidisciplinary approach to combining conventional hydrocarbon exploration techniques with the power of artificial intelligence * A thorough understanding of subsurface reservoir systems that links recent technical advances with new geological insights * Practice-oriented discussions of advanced technologies for non-invasive reservoir characterization * Selected case studies that illustrate the application of novel concepts in a real-world setting Perfect for geologists, geoengineers, geophysicists, and fossil fuel professionals, Geophysical Exploration for Hydrocarbon Reservoirs, Geothermal Energy, and Carbon Storage will also benefit anyone aiming to remain at the forefront of subsurface energy exploration in the twenty-first century. [528 Pages, Hardcover]
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