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OverviewThis is the first book solely devoted to Cryopedology, the study of soils of cold regions. The analysis treats Cryosols as a three-part system (active layer, transition layer, permafrost). The book considers soil-forming factors, cryogenic processes, and classification and distribution of Cryosols. Cryosols of the Arctic, Antarctica, and the high mountains are considered in detail. The chapters address cryosols and earth-system science, cryosols in a changing climate, cryosols databases and their use, and management of cryosols. The book is rich in color photographs and highlights the author’s 43 field trips to Antarctica, the Arctic, and alpine areas. Full Product DetailsAuthor: James G. BockheimPublisher: Springer International Publishing AG Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG Edition: 2015 ed. Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 4.144kg ISBN: 9783319084848ISBN 10: 3319084844 Pages: 177 Publication Date: 03 November 2014 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Language: English Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Cryosols: a Three-Part System.- Description, sampling and analysis of Cryosols.- Soil Formatting Factors.- Cryogenic Processes.- Classification of Cryosols.- Distribution of Cryosols.- Arctic Cryosols.- Antartic Cryosols.- Alpine Cryosols.- Cryosols and Earth-system Sciences.- Cryosols in a Changing Climate.- Management of Cryosols.- Cryosol Databases and Their Use.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |