The Mechanics and Chemistry of Landscapes is a textbook by Robert S. Anderson, published by Cambridge University Press. This work offers a modern, quantitative, and process-oriented approach to geomorphology, focused on understanding the mechanics and chemistry of landscapes.
The book covers the fundamentals of mechanical and chemical processes that shape the Earth's surface, with clear models and step-by-step explanations of relevant equations. Through practical examples and real-world applications, students gain insight into the dynamics of landscape formation. Advanced topics such as the latest methods for cosmogenic nuclide dating and modeling are covered in depth.
Features
- Author: Robert S. Anderson (University of Colorado, Boulder)
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Binding: Trade paperback (US)
- Publication date: 2010-06-17
- Number of pages: 651
- ISBN: 9780521519786
- Theme: Geomorphology and geological surface processes
- BISAC: SCIENCE / Earth Sciences / Geography
This textbook is aimed at students and professionals who want to understand the mechanics and chemistry of landscapes through the integration of theory and practice. It is a valuable resource for understanding Earth-science processes and their role in landscape development and environmental sciences.