Anthropogenic soils by Howard, Jeffrey L., author instant download

Anthropogenic soils by Howard, Jeffrey L., author instant download

1 online resource (xiii, 231 pages) :, This book is a state-of-the-art review of the physical, chemical and mineralogical properties of anthropogenic soils, their genesis morphology and classification, geocultural setting, and strategies for reclamation, revitalization, use and management, Includes bibliographical references, Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed April 4, 2017), Characteristics of Anthropogenic Soils -- Nature and Significance of Anthropogenic Soils -- Geocultural Setting -- Anthropogenic Landforms and Surficial deposits -- Human Impacts on Soils -- Physical, Chemical, and Mineralogical Characteristics -- Soil Classification -- Artifacts -- Types of Anthropogenic Soils -- Anthropogenic soils in agricultural settings -- Anthropogenic soils in archaeological settings -- Mine-Soils -- Urban soils -- Use and Management of Anthropogenic Soils -- Problems associated with anthropogenic soils -- Revitalization of anthropogenic soils