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The new edition of a textbook introducing the science and mathematics of hydrology. After discussing the basic concepts underlying hydrology, the author provides an overview of the global hydrologic cycle, and the relation of hydrology to soils and vegetation. The major part of the text follows the sequential process of the land phase of the hydrologic cycle, discussing precipitation, snow and snowmelt, infiltration and redistribution of water in soils, evapotranspiration, ground water, and stream response to water input events. A final chapter looks at water-resource-management principles and their relation to hydrologic analysis. The CD-ROM contains links to hydrological information on the Web, as well as spreadsheets presenting data used in the book. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) More Reviews and Recommendations |
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