Glossary Of Hydrology

Intended for hydrologists, hydrogeologists, engineers, environmentalists, geoscientists, and others, this glossary defines more than 4,000 terms and acronyms related to hydrology; many definitions are drawn from the same publisher's Glossary of Geology (1997). Terms are defined in clear language fre

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. With more than 2,000 entries, from "absolute permeability" to the "Z-R relationship", this dictionary features the most up-to-date vocabulary in hydrology and hydrogeology. This dictionary would be of use to practicing scientists and professionals in all the fields of water science More than 340 graphs, tables and diagrams complement the entries in order to clarify terms, methods, or processes Essential reference for students, academics, consultants, and practitioners in hydrology, hydrogeology, environmental engineering, environmental law, and the government

The book has its origin when I was an academic at Flinders University. Some Australian students, and many overseas students, seemed to be having difficulty with the jargon. To overcome this obstacle I started giving a glossary as a hand-out of a few pages. With each successive year the glossary expanded more and more until it reached the stage when I thought I might as well turn it into a technical dictionary for the benefit of both students and the many in-career professionals. The first edition was quite well received, but that was 20 years ago, and it is now starting to look distinctly dated. Also, in the intervening period the entire jargon of the water sector has expanded and evolved so, in response to several peoples suggestion of a revise3d updated and expanded edition, here it is.

Presents Basic Terminologies In Irrigation, Drainage, Hydrology, Climatology And Watershed Management In Scientific And Easy Language. Entries Are Arranged Alphabetically And Should Be Use To Academicians, Scientists And Research Scholars In The Relevent Field.