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Encyclopedia of soil science - Vol. 2

By: Lal, Rattan [editor]Language: English Publication details: Florida: Taylor & Francis Group, 2006Edition: 2nd edDescription: xxxvi.965pISBN: 0849350549Subject(s): Soil science | Soil science | Acid rain | Biology | Soil analysis | Soil quality | Sustainable development | Natural resources | Ecology | Global warming | Soil retention | Soil productivity | Agricultural development | Soil protection | Natural resources | Natural resources | Biodiversity | Crops | Greenhouse effect | Land use | Mineralogical analysisDDC classification: 631.403 Summary: Upholding the high standard of quality set by the previous edition, this Second Edition is comprised of a vast array of new and updated articles showcasing the latest research and practices in the chemistry, physics, biology and analysis of soils, soil quality, agricultural and sustainable development, environmental quality, natural resources management, and ecology.An invaluable reference for anyone seeking information on all aspects of soil science, this resource contains new sections on ISRIC - World Soil Information, root growth and agricultural management, nitrate leaching management, podzols, paramos soils, water repellant soils, rare earth elements. and much more...presents hundreds of entries on tillage, irrigation, erosion control, minerals, ground water, and soil degradation...outlines the agricultural, environmental, industrial, and cultural components that affect soil productivity...offers quick access to peer-reviewed articles on all branches of soil science - from mineralogy and physics to soil management, restoration, and global warming... and assesses the physical and hydrological properties of soil in natural and agricultural ecosystems.
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Vol. 2 of 2 Vol. set

Upholding the high standard of quality set by the previous edition, this Second Edition is comprised of a vast array of new and updated articles showcasing the latest research and practices in the chemistry, physics, biology and analysis of soils, soil quality, agricultural and sustainable development, environmental quality, natural resources management, and ecology.An invaluable reference for anyone seeking information on all aspects of soil science, this resource contains new sections on ISRIC - World Soil Information, root growth and agricultural management, nitrate leaching management, podzols, paramos soils, water repellant soils, rare earth elements. and much more...presents hundreds of entries on tillage, irrigation, erosion control, minerals, ground water, and soil degradation...outlines the agricultural, environmental, industrial, and cultural components that affect soil productivity...offers quick access to peer-reviewed articles on all branches of soil science - from mineralogy and physics to soil management, restoration, and global warming... and assesses the physical and hydrological properties of soil in natural and agricultural ecosystems.

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