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OverviewA complete guide to the management and restoration of water in karst environmentsWritten by the co-chair of the Karst Commission of the International Association of Hydrogeologists, this book addresses the unique challenges related to the characterization, management, and protection of karst aquifers, which are present on all continents and numerous oceanic islands. Water in Karst describes karst hydrogeology and hydrology, surface water-groundwaterinteractions, site investigation, data collection, delineation of drainage areas, groundwater extraction, regulatory issues, and water vulnerability and restoration. Predictive modeling methods and solutionsto resource contamination and overexploitation are included. Photos, diagrams, and an eight-page colorinsert illustrate the concepts presented in this practical, comprehensive reference. WATER IN KARST COVERS: Karst aquifersFlow measurements and analysisDrainage areas in karstGeneral principles of water managementRegulations and educationPredictive modelsFloods, droughts, and climate changeGroundwater extractionEngineering regulation of karst aquifers and springsVulnerability of water in karstRestoration of water in karst Full Product DetailsAuthor: Neven Kresic (AMEC, Kennesaw, Georgia, USA)Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing Imprint: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing ISBN: 9781283738613ISBN 10: 1283738619 Pages: 752 Publication Date: 01 January 2012 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Electronic book text Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |