Introduction to Physical Hydrology by Martin Hendriks is a textbook on the physical properties and flow processes of water on and beneath the Earth’s surface. The book covers the principal rules that underpin water management and the understanding of climate systems. This book is intended for students and professionals who want to build a solid foundation in physical hydrology.
Contents
This reference work provides an overview of the four main types of water: atmospheric water, groundwater, soil water, and surface water. It emphasizes how physical hydrology relates to climate and global water balances. In addition, it includes mathematical models and a learning framework with examples, exercises, and extensive support for the required mathematics.
The principal rules of water flow are explained systematically, providing insight into hydrological processes and their applications in water management and environmental studies. The book connects with broader approaches to hydrology, including environmental and socio-geographical perspectives.
Online tools
For registered users, figures from the book are available. Students can consult interactive spreadsheets, multiple-choice questions, and additional web resources to support the learning process.
Product specifications
- Author: Martin Hendriks (Faculty of Geosciences, Utrecht University)
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication date: 2010-01-21
- Number of pages: 352
- ISBN: 9780199296842
- Topic: Hydrology and the hydrosphere
- BISAC: SCIENCE / Earth Sciences / Hydrology
About the author
Martin Hendriks is Associate Professor of Physical Hydrology at Utrecht University. He teaches hydrology and physical geography and coordinates the MSc program Physical Geography and Hydrology.