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Key Concepts in Geomorphology

Key Concepts in Geomorphology

by Paul R. Bierman and David R. Montgomery
Paperback
Publication Date: 27/12/2013

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Written for introductory geomorphology courses this textbook offers an integrative, applications-centred approach to the study of the Earth's dynamic surface.

Bierman and Montgomery draw from the fields of physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics to help students get a basic understanding of Earth surface processes and the evolution of topography over short and long timescales. The authors also hone in on practical applications, showing how scientists are using geomorphological research to tackle critical societal issues (natural disaster response, safer infrastructure, protecting species, and more).

Exceptionally concise and community vetted, each chapter is focused specifically on key concepts and underlying principles rather than regional or local examples. The book's philosophy emerged from a National Academy of Sciences workshop on the future of the textbook and the table of contents was determined by over 60 geomorphologists gathered to identify core concepts and areas of common interest that future geomorphologists need to know.

ISBN:
9781429238601
9781429238601
Category:
Geological surface processes (geomorphology)
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
27-12-2013
Language:
English
Publisher:
MacMillan Learning
Country of origin:
United States
Pages:
500
Dimensions (mm):
275x215x18mm
Weight:
0.96kg
David R. Montgomery

David R. Montgomery is a professor at the University of Washington and a 2008 MacArthur Fellow. 

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