Field Methods for Geologists and Hydrogeologists

This book is designed for scientists and engineers who want practical information to plan, manage, write, and review geologic and hydrologic projects and reports. It provides step-by-step methods to prepare more timely, readable, and technically accurate reports. Detailed guidelines are provided to...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Assaad, Fakhry A. (Editor), LaMoreaux, James W. (Editor), Hughes, Travis (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg Springer Berlin Heidelberg 2004, 2004
Edition:1st ed. 2004
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Collection: Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • 1 Introduction
  • I Surface Geological and Geophysical Field Studies
  • 2 Geology of Indurated Rocks, Unconsolidated Sedimentary Deposits and Karst Terrains
  • 3 Topographic and Surface Geologic Maps
  • 4 Surface Geophysical Exploration Methods
  • II Subsurface Geological and Geophysical Methods
  • 5 Characteristics of Sedimentary Rocks — Subsurface Geological Mapping and Computer Software Data Management Systems
  • 6 Drilling and Testing: Soil Samplers, Drilling Techniques, and Equipment
  • 7 Geophysical Well Logging Methods and Interpretations
  • III Ground-Water Hydrology, Ground-Water Contamination, and Waste Management
  • 8 Ground-Water Hydrology, Hydrogeologic Methods and Hydrogeologic Data Acquisition
  • 9 Ground-Water Monitoring Wells, Contamination, and Waste Management
  • IV Case Studies
  • 10 A New Approach on the Nubian Sandstone Aquifer of the Western Desert of Egypt
  • 11 Sulfate and Chloride Karstification and Its Economical Significance
  • 12 Occurence of DNAPL near an Interceptor Well — Pump and Test Treatment for Remediation
  • V Technical Applications in the Field and Project Performance
  • 13 Laboratory Tests for Soils
  • 14 Project Performance