Geochemistry

The contents of the book are assembled from selected papers presented during the International Conference on Isotopes in Environmental Studies - AQUATIC FORUM 2004 convened in Monaco from 25 to 29 October 2004, which was the most important gathering of the year of isotope environmental scientists.

This book focuses on the potential natural resources of Bangladesh from Precambrian to recent times and their detailed geological background.

Covering theory and practice, this wide-ranging introductory textbook covers the main optical properties of rock-forming minerals that can be recognized under the polarizing microscope.

A practical resource, this book covers sampling and storage, description of analytical methodology, and guidelines and procedures for quality assurance.

The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) recommendations for igneous rock classification and nomenclature.

In the late 18th century, Neptunists and Plutonists had controversial opinions about the formation of the Earth and its lithological units.

A review of the evidence underpinning the Anthropocene as a geological epoch, written by the Anthropocene Working Group investigating it.

In spite of the growing importance of Species Sensitivity Distribution models (SSDs) in ecological risk assessments, the conceptual basis, strengths, and weaknesses of using them have not been comprehensively reviewed.

A users guide for applying barium isotopes in barite to constrain carbon export, ocean circulation, and marine chemistry through time.

This book furnishes detailed information about Turkey's existing mineral resources, besides providing concepts and ideas which may help the search for potential mineral resources in the future.

Spatial predictive modeling (SPM) is an emerging discipline in applied sciences, playing a key role in the generation of spatial predictions in various disciplines.

A variety of air pollutants are emitted into the atmosphere from human-caused and natural emissions sources throughout the United States and elsewhere.

This comprehensive reference volume surveys the development of crusts on solid planets and satellites in the solar system.

Simple, clear, and to the point, Probability and Statistics Applications for Environmental Science delineates the fundamentals of statistics, imparting a basic understanding of the theory and mechanics of the calculations.

This volume focuses on the engineering geological and environmental problems of major engineering works, rock and soil properties, and protection of the geoenvironment and reduction of geohazards, reflecting the major achievements and advancement of engineering geological science and technology.

This exciting book describes the latest technology in non-invasive thermometry that measures temperature distribution, with discussions focusing on image-based techniques.

The book represents a collection of papers presented at VI International Symposium "e;Biogenic - abiogenic interactions in natural and anthropogenic systems"e; that was held on 24-27 September 2018 in Saint Petersburg (Russia).

Focusses on the systematics of the Ce anomaly proxy, the preservation and extraction of signal in sedimentary rocks, and applications.

Uniting the foundations of physics and biology, this groundbreaking multidisciplinary and integrative book explores life as a planetary process.

Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry of Light Gas-Forming Elements explores different methods of isotope analysis, including spark, secondary ion, laser, glow discharge, and isotope ratio mass spectrometry.

Teaches Students How to Perform Spatio-Temporal Analyses within Epidemiological StudiesSpatio-Temporal Methods in Environmental Epidemiology is the first book of its kind to specifically address the interface between environmental epidemiology and spatio-temporal modeling.

Biogeochemistry of Trace Metals is a compendium of the most recent information available on the effects of trace metals in soil quality and its potential threat on the transfer of these contaminants to consumers.

Neville Price presents a major breakthrough in our understanding of the subject of plate tectonics in this new book.

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.

This handbook focuses on the enormous literature applying statistical methodology and modelling to environmental and ecological processes.

This exciting book describes the latest technology in non-invasive thermometry that measures temperature distribution, with discussions focusing on image-based techniques.

This book is focused on the basics of applying thermochronology to geological and tectonic problems, with the emphasis on fission-track thermochronology.

The Cauvery Basin is one of the most widely known and geologically important basins of India, and it has been for decades, and still is, the focus of study for both national and international researchers.

Rocks, more than anything else, underpin our lives.

Rocks, more than anything else, underpin our lives.

Geochemistry uses the methods and philosophies of chemistry to explore and understand the Earth from the most elementary levels.

A handy guide identifying over 170 types of the world's gemstones with beautiful colour photography taken from the Smithsonian Institution's archives.