An Introduction to Economic Geology and Its Environmental Impact

Type

Book

Authors

Anthony M. Evans

ISBN 10

086542876X

ISBN 13

9780865428768

Tags

Environmental Economics, Environmental, Mining, Ecology, Environmental Science, Geology, Natural Resources, Environmental Engineering, Earth Sciences, Environmental Studies

Description

As it has grown in length and level through successive edtions, the same author's Introduction to Ore Geology (now Ore Geology and Industrial Minerals) has left behind its original audience: first- and second -ear students. This new textbook, designed to fill that niche , was written specifically for introductory courses. Introduction to Economic Geology and Its Environmental Impact covers oil, coal, water and nuclear fuels, as well as economically important ores and bulk minerals. In keeping with current concerns and constraints, particular attention is paid to the impact of mining and drilling on the environment - from Amzon

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