Editorial Reviews
Review
"Soil Physics Companion is an expanded version of the soil physics chapter in the Handbook of Soil Science, ed. by Malcom E. Summer (CH, Jan' 00). Warrick has expanded the original format, which addresses several major topics of contemporary soil physics. He has used the same chapter format, and the same authors write on their respective topics. Additions to each chapter include boxed examples with problems, questions, citations, and additional descriptions, emphasizing a primary chapter concept. … Along with general principles and methodology presented in the Handbook of Soil Science, the Companion is extensively illustrated with figures, tables, illustrations of instruments for measuring soil water content and potential, and descriptions of new devices useful for measuring soil physical properties. The writing style is consistent from chapter to chapter regardless of author. Warrick has created a supplement for those interested only in soil physics without having to acquire the larger handbook. Readers include soil scientists, hydrologists, and agronomists with strong backgrounds in soils. Upper-division undergraduates through professionals involved in soil research." -S.G. Shetron, emeritus, Michigan Technological University, in CHOICE "Besides in-depth discussion of these important topics, the book contains interesting and stimulating worked-out examples, food-for-thought questions, and historical stories related to soil physics. The discussions of new devices for measuring soil properties are also useful. At the end of each chapter, a vast number of current references are provided. The book is extremely well organized. The editor and contributors of the chapters are leading scientists and recognized authorities on the topics. The book should be one of the best authoritative references on the soil physics." -R. Zhang, University of Wyoming, in the Journal of Environmental Quality "… chapters flow easily from one to another…the quality of the figures and format of the layout is of similar high quality for all chapters… Overall, Soil Physics Companion is a valuable reference…I value the book as a reference for my graduate students and myself…" -Jan W. Hopmans, University of California-Davis, in Soil Science, Vol. 167, No. 12, December 2002 Promo Copy
Book Description
An authoritative reference on soil physics, Soil Physics Companion is lavishly illustrated with graphs, charts, line drawings, and equations. The book provides descriptions of the physical aspects of the soil system and transport processes. It contains worked out examples, food for thought questions and historical boxes that cover areas of controversy.
Soil Physics Companion
Soil Physics Companion,A.W. Warrick,A. W. Warrick,General Characteristics of Soil Orders,Global Distributions,CRC,0849308372,Agriculture - Agronomy,Agriculture - General,Earth Sciences - Geology,Geophysics,Science/Mathematics,Soil Physics,Technology,Technology & Industrial Arts,Technology / Agriculture & Animal Husbandry
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