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OverviewThe 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Peter Charman , Brian MurphyPublisher: Oxford University Press Australia Imprint: OUP Australia and New Zealand Edition: 3rd Revised edition Dimensions: Width: 19.10cm , Height: 2.70cm , Length: 25.50cm Weight: 0.976kg ISBN: 9780195517620ISBN 10: 0195517628 Pages: 480 Publication Date: 29 December 2006 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsThe 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 PerspectiveReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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