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OverviewThis book provides a comprehensive overview of pedology in Ireland. It describes the main soil types of the country, their functions, ecological use, and the conditions to which they were subjected associated with management over time. In addition, it presents a complete set of data, pictures and maps, including benchmark profiles. Factors involved in soil formation are also discussed, making use of new, unpublished data and elaborations. The book was produced with the support and sponsorship of Teagasc, The Agriculture and Food Development Authority, Ireland and the Irish Environmental Protection Agency. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Rachel Creamer , Lilian O’SullivanPublisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG Imprint: Springer Nature Switzerland AG Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018 Weight: 1.125kg ISBN: 9783030100247ISBN 10: 3030100243 Pages: 300 Publication Date: 12 January 2019 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsA history of soil research in Ireland with emphasis on pedology.- Soil formation in Ireland.- Soil Classification.- Soil Geography of Ireland and Development of the 3rd Edition Irish National Soils Map and Irish SIS.- Landscapes of Ireland: an introduction.- Mountain Landscapes.- Hill Landscapes.- Rolling Lowlands.- Drumlin Landscapes.- Urban Soilscapes.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |