Encyclopedic Dictionary of Hydrogeology

2,000+ definitions of essential hydrological terms and concepts

D. J. Poehls (Edited by), Gregory J. Smith (Edited by)

9780125586900, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 31 March 2009

528 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 3.1 cm, 0.95 kg

CHOICE, December 2009 : "The Encyclopedic Dictionary of Hydrogeology features 382 pages of definitions for over 2,000 alphabetically arranged terms related to hydrogeology, six appendixes (135 pages), and a two-page bibliography of major texts on hydrogeology. [Its] definitions include equations, tables, and illustrations to explain terms when needed. Summing Up: Recommended. Graduate students through professionals/practitioners." --L. R. Zellmer, Western Illinois University

The scientific disciplines of hydrology and hydrogeology are expanding as the Earth's water is being recognized by governments and individuals as a shrinking resource—no entity can afford to take water for granted. At the present time, there is no single reference source for definitions. The Encyclopedic Dictionary of Hydrogeology is a practical, comprehensive reference guide with complete definitions of terms in hydrogeology and other fields closely related to water practices. This concise reference not only defines terms and concepts, but also provides a clear explanation of key elements so that an in-depth understanding of processes may be obtained.

Features 2,000+ definitions of hydrogeological terms and concepts

Subject Areas: Hydrology & the hydrosphere [RBK], Geology & the lithosphere [RBG], Reference works [GBC]