Encyclopedic Dictionary of Hydrogeology

A reference guide with definitions of terms in hydrogeology and other fields closely related to water practices. It features more than 340 graphs, tables and diagrams that complement the entries in order to clarify terms, methods, or processes. It is suitable for students, academics, consultants, and practitioners in hydrology, and hydrogeology.

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The scientific disciplines of hydrology and hydrogeology are expanding as the Earth's water is being recognized by governments and individuals as a shrinking resource—no entity can afford to take water for granted. At the present time, there is no single reference source for definitions. The Encyclopedic Dictionary of Hydrogeology is a practical, comprehensive reference guide with complete definitions of terms in hydrogeology and other fields closely related to water practices. This concise reference not only defines terms and concepts, but also provides a clear explanation of key elements so that an in-depth understanding of processes may be obtained.