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Soil Chemistry and its Applications

Soil Chemistry and its Applications

Part of Cambridge Environmental Chemistry Series

  • Date Published: May 1993
  • availability: Available
  • format: Paperback
  • isbn: 9780521311342

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  • The central role of soil chemistry in the ecosystem and other disciplines is becoming increasingly important. For example the effects of the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide, and accelerated use of pesticides, on soil fertility has been a focus of much high-level debate. This text begins by defining the relationship between soil chemistry and other fields such as plant science and pollution science. A detailed description of the components of soils follows, including inorganic, mineral and organic matter. The book addresses cogent issues such as soil fertility and soil pollution. In a concluding chapter, a review of future analytic advances in the study of soil chemistry is given, emphasising the importance of the soil chemist in equitable and sustainable land use and agricultural policy. The book is an ideal starting point for the student undertaking undergraduate study in the environmental and soil sciences.

    • Introductory-level text - an ideal starting point for students of the environmental and soil sciences
    • Links soil chemistry to other disciplines such as agriculture, ecology, conservation and pollution studies
    • A concise treatment written in a clear style
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    'This is an excellent introductory text for undergraduate students … It is written in a clear and direct manner … I thoroughly recommend this book as an affordable and very readable way of obtaining a grounding in soil chemistry.' Environmental Pollution

    ' … well presented and is at a reasonable price … an attractive and stimulating introduction to soil chemistry.' Education in Chemistry

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    • Date Published: May 1993
    • format: Paperback
    • isbn: 9780521311342
    • length: 208 pages
    • dimensions: 238 x 191 x 12 mm
    • weight: 0.37kg
    • contains: 49 b/w illus. 19 tables
    • availability: Available
  • Table of Contents

    1. Why study soil chemistry?
    2. Inorganic and mineral components of soils
    3. Soil organic matter
    4. Soil chemical reactions
    5. Soil fertility
    6. Soil chemistry and freshwater quality
    7. Soils and pollution
    8. The future of soil chemistry
    References
    Index.

  • Authors

    Malcolm Cresser, University of Aberdeen

    Ken Killham, University of Aberdeen

    Tony Edwards

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