Applied geography : principles and practice : an introduction to useful research in physical, environmental and human geography /

• Other Authors: Pacione, Michael (επιμελητής.)
• Format: eBook
• Language: English
• Subjects: Γεωγραφία; Φυσικές καταστροφές; Περιβαλλοντική διαχείριση; Φύση > Επίδραση του ανθρώπου; Ηλεκτρονικά βιβλία

Applied Geography offers an invaluable introduction to useful research in physical, environmental and human geography and provides a new focus and reference point for investigating and understanding problem-orientated research.

Table of Contents:

• Book Cover; Title; Contents; List of plates; List of figures; List of boxes; List of tables; List of contributors; Preface; Acknowledgements; Introduction; In pursuit of useful knowledge: the principles and practice of applied geography; Natural and environmental hazards; Global warming; Acid precipitation; Extreme weather events; Earthquakes and vulcanism; Landslides; Floods; Coastal erosion; Physical problems of the urban environment; Environmental change and management; Water supply and management; Water quality and pollution; Irrigation; Desertification; Deforestation.