Geomorphology And Volcanology Of Costa Rica

Author : Jean Pierre Bergoeing
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0128122471
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Geomorphology and Volcanology of Costa Rica written by Jean Pierre Bergoeing and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2017-01-16 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geomorphology and Volcanology of Costa Rica is the product of more than 30 years of research explaining the evolution of the quaternary relief of a geomorphologically diverse country. The book details the physical landscape of Costa Rica, with an emphasis on potential threats to the landscape, such as earthquakes, landslides, floods, and sea level rise. The book answers questions on the climate changes associated with the intense volcanism that affects this country. Geomorphologists, geologists, geographers, and students who specialize in the Earth Sciences will benefit from knowing the geomorphology of Costa Rica, not only as a case study, but also for the lessons it offers on climate change and worldwide geological history. Includes graphs, maps, and photos that illustrate the most relevant phenomena Provides detailed description of the different regions of the country, each with its own tectonic and modeling characteristics Offers a detailed presentation of the geomorphological characteristics of Costa Rica

Author : Guillermo E. Alvarado Induni
Publisher : EUNED
ISBN 13 : 9789968313667
Total Pages : 364 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Costa Rica written by Guillermo E. Alvarado Induni and published by EUNED. This book was released on 2005 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Jean Pierre Bergoeing
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0128031859
Total Pages : 173 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Geomorphology of Central America written by Jean Pierre Bergoeing and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2015-05-18 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geomorphology of Central America is authored by a scientist with more than 30 years of regional assessment research experience in Central American countries, arming scientists with a classic research method—a method most effective when applied to specific geographic regions globally. The scientific techniques used for assessing regional studies of an area reflect a level of expertise that has become more difficult to come by over the past three decades and underscores the importance of regional assessments of geomorphological features. Complemented with beautifully crafted and exacting maps that capture the region’s unique landscapes, Geomorphology of Central America introduces a global vision of the geomorphology and volcanic field of Central America from Guatemala to Panama, making it the first single source of geomorphological content for the region. Features the latest research on the seismic behavior of the Central America region, including volcanic activity, landslides, rivers, forest areas, and topographic environments. More than 100 figures, illustrations, and photographs underscore key concepts and aid in retention. Authored by a geomorphologist with more than 30 years of research experience in the field with a focus on Central America.

Author : Adolfo Quesada-Román
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9783031649394
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Landscapes and landforms of Costa Rica written by Adolfo Quesada-Román and published by Springer. This book was released on 2024-11-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book presents a general to detailed perspective of the most updated geomorphological works in Costa Rica. The book will be very interesting for professionals, researchers, general public, and students.

Author : Irasema Alcántara
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 0521769256
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Geomorphological Hazards and Disaster Prevention written by Irasema Alcántara and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2010-03-04 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A state-of-the-art assessment of how geomorphology contributes to the comprehension, mapping and modelling of hazardous Earth surface processes.

Author : Phil Owens
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134634064
Total Pages : 477 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book MOUNTAIN GEOMORPHOLOGY written by Phil Owens and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-02-04 with total page 477 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mountains represent one of the most inspiring and attractive natural features on the surface of the earth. Visually, they dominate the landscape. However, the increasing realization of the fragility of mountain areas because of changes in land use, management and climate, combined with an understanding of their importance for water and other natural resources, has resulted in a growing interest in mountain environments in recent years. Hence, Mountain Geomorphology represents a timely and unique contribution to the literature. Written by a team of international experts, this book is divided into three sections, which consider historical, functional and applied mountain geomorphology from both global and local perspectives. Historical mountain geomorphology focuses on the evolution of landforms. Functional mountain geomorphology emphasises the interaction between processes and landforms, while applied mountain geomorphology concerns the interrelationships between geomorphological processes and society. Mountain Geomorphology is a valuable source of information for students studying mountain geomorphology, and also for academics and research scientists interested in mountain environments.

Author : Irasema Alcántara-Ayala
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1316175642
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Geomorphological Hazards and Disaster Prevention written by Irasema Alcántara-Ayala and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2010-03-04 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human activities have had a huge impact on the environment and landscape, through industrialisation and land-use change, leading to climate change, deforestation, desertification, land degradation, and air and water pollution. These impacts are strongly linked to the occurrence of geomorphological hazards, such as floods, landslides, snow avalanches, soil erosion, and others. Geomorphological work includes not only the understanding but the mapping and modelling of Earth's surface processes, many of which directly affect human societies. In addition, geomorphologists are becoming increasingly involved with the dimensions of societal problem solving, through vulnerability analysis, hazard and risk assessment and management. The work of geomorphologists is therefore of prime importance for disaster prevention. An international team of geomorphologists have contributed their expertise to this volume, making this a scientifically rigorous work for a wide audience of geomorphologists and other Earth scientists, including those involved in environmental science, hazard and risk assessment, management and policy.

Author : Franco Tassi
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319021567
Total Pages : 317 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Poás Volcano written by Franco Tassi and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-03-16 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive description of the volcanological, petrological and geochemical features of the Poás Volcano (Costa Rica), one of the most active volcanic systems in Central America and part of the Central America Volcanic Arc (CAVA). Poás Volcano hosts a unique sulfur lake, which actually is one of the world's most acidic lakes, and has experienced molten sulfur eruptions. Past investigations, current monitoring activities and planned programs of investigation into lessening of the volcanic hazard are reported here. Specific sections of the monograph will be devoted to the impact of this volcano on the social, agricultural and industrial activities in the area. Legends and popular traditions related to this volcano will be described in the last chapter to round up a complete scientific review on this unique volcanic system.

Author : Paul Glenn Drake
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 366 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Quaternary Geology and Tectonic Geomorphology of the Coastal Piedmont and Range, Puerto Quepos Area, Costa Rica written by Paul Glenn Drake and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : G. Wadge
Publisher : Geological Society of London
ISBN 13 : 1862396302
Total Pages : 499 pages
Book Rating : 4.02/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Eruption of Soufriere Hills Volcano, Montserrat from 2000 to 2010 written by G. Wadge and published by Geological Society of London. This book was released on 2014-09-04 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 1995 to present eruption of Soufrière Hills Volcano on Montserrat is one of the most important and best-studied eruptions of an explosive andesitic volcano. This volume presents scientific findings from the period between 2000 and 2010; it follows on from Memoir 21, which focused on the early years of activity between 1995 and 1999. In addition to descriptions and analysis of the growth, collapse and explosions associated with lava domes, there are papers on the deformation of the volcano caused by the deep magma, the petrology and geochemistry of the lavas and associated gases. Of particular note are: an overview of the insights into the deep structure of the volcano that resulted from a major international seismic tomography experiment; and an analysis of the quantitative risk assessment process that has run now for most of the eruption, the longest such continuous assessment in the world.