Geomorphology and River Management

Klappentext This book outlines a generic set of procedures! termed the River Styles Framework! which provides a set of tools for interpreting river character! behavior! condition! and recovery potential. Applications of the framework generate a coherent package of geomorphic information! providing a physical template for river rehabilitation activities. management and restoration of rivers is a rapidly growing topic for environmental scientists! geologists and ecologists - this book provides a learning tool with which to approach geomorphic applications to river management describes the essential geomorphological principles underlying river behaviour and evolution demonstrates how the River Styles Framework can turn geomorphic theory into practice! to develop workable strategies for restoration and management based on real case studies and authors extensive experience applicable to river systems worldwide synthesises fluvial geomorphology! ecology and management Zusammenfassung Outlines geomorphic considerations for river management and a set of procedures! termed the River Styles framework! which provides a set of tools for interpreting river character! behaviour! condition! and recovery potential. This book is intended for river practitioners! including students! technical officers! consultants! and academics.

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• Authors: Gary Bierley, Brierley, Gary J. Brierley, GJ Brierley, Brierley Gary J., Kirstie A. Fryirs, Kirstie A. (Macquarie University) Fryirs, Kristie Fryirs, Fryirs Kirstie A., Gary J. Brierley
• Publisher: Blackwell Scientific Publishers Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 10.12.2004
• EAN: 9781405115162
• ISBN: 978-1-4051-1516-2
• Dimensions: 187 mm x 245 mm x 22 mm
• Subjects: Education and learning > Teaching preparation > Vocational needs; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences > Geology; SCIENCE / Earth Sciences / Geology, Geological surface processes (geomorphology), Geomorphology and geological surface processes