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Environmental Soil Science (Books in Soils, Plants, and the Environment),Used
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Completely revised and updated, incorporating almost a decades worth of developments in this field, Environmental Soil Science, Third Edition, explores the entire reach of the subject, beginning with soil properties and reactions and moving on to their relationship to environmental properties and reactions. Keeping the organization and writing style that made previous editions bestsellers, the author addresses the definitions of environmental science, ecology, and soil science, underscoring their combination into environmental soil science.The book highlights the live biological constituents that make up the soil, exploring the changes made by agricultural operations and other human activities that lead to changes in the environment and our natural ecosystem. These include causes, effects, and solutions for acid rain, global warming, and destruction of the ozone layer. The author also provides extensive coverage of soilless agriculture, hydroponics, fish farming, vanishing biodiversity due to the destruction of jungles and the rain forest, and what to do about it.New in the Third Edition:Al Gores Nobel Prize winning politics on global warming and apocalyptic predictions Biofuel production from agricultural trash and the controversy over using corn for alcohol production Advances in biotechnology and the issues surrounding golden rice, flavr savr tomato, roundup ready plants, and GM crops The effects of agricultural operations and other human activities on changing soil properties and environment Introduction of a new soil group, Paddy soils, a unique man made soil formed by centuries of rice cultivation Blue Revolution and marine biodiversity Use of eutrophication in aquacultureGrowing ecological awareness has put the spotlight on all environmental disciplines, and environmental soil science is no exception. This has created broader interest in what has traditionally been a fundamental subject. This book tackles matters which must be urgently addressed due to the mounting evidence of climate change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of Environmental Soil Science, Third Edition? A: The book explores the relationship between soil properties and environmental reactions, addressing concepts in environmental science, ecology, and soil science.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of Environmental Soil Science, Third Edition is Tan, Kim H.
- Q: When was the third edition of this book published? A: The third edition was published on April 23, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does Environmental Soil Science, Third Edition have? A: The book has a total of 588 pages.
- Q: What updates are included in the third edition? A: The third edition includes new topics such as biofuel production, the impact of agricultural practices on soil properties, and advancements in biotechnology.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in soil science? A: Yes, the book is written to be accessible and includes foundational concepts in soil science, making it suitable for beginners.
- Q: What binding type does this edition have? A: This edition is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Does the book cover environmental issues like climate change? A: Yes, the book addresses urgent environmental issues related to climate change, including acid rain and global warming.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic use in courses related to environmental science, soil science, and ecology.
- Q: What type of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: The book is beneficial for students, educators, researchers, and professionals interested in soil science and environmental issues.