The Soils of Ireland (eBook, PDF)

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

This book provides a comprehensive overview of pedology in Ireland. It describes the main soil types of the country, their functions, ecological use, and the conditions to which they were subjected associated with management over time. In addition, it presents a complete set of data, pictures and maps, including benchmark profiles. Factors involved in soil formation are also discussed, making use of new, unpublished data and elaborations. The book was produced with the support and sponsorship of Teagasc, The Agriculture and Food Development Authority, Ireland and the Irish Environmental Protection Agency.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Environmental Protection Agency / Springer International Publishing / Teagasc
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783319711898
• Artikelnr.: 52936015

Inhaltsangabe

A history of soil research in Ireland with emphasis on pedology.- Soil formation in Ireland.- Soil Classification.- Soil Geography of Ireland and Development of the 3rd Edition Irish National Soils Map and Irish SIS.- Landscapes of Ireland: an introduction.- Mountain Landscapes.- Hill Landscapes.- Rolling Lowlands.- Drumlin Landscapes.- Urban Soilscapes.

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A history of soil research in Ireland with emphasis on pedology.- Soil formation in Ireland.- Soil Classification.- Soil Geography of Ireland and Development of the 3rd Edition Irish National Soils Map and Irish SIS.- Landscapes of Ireland: an introduction.- Mountain Landscapes.- Hill Landscapes.- Rolling Lowlands.- Drumlin Landscapes.- Urban Soilscapes.