Laterites of the Bengal Basin Characterization, Geochronology and Evolution
This Brief analyses and discusses the laterites in the Bengal Basin. The book highlights: (1) the definition, identification and classification of ferruginous materials, (2) the mode of laterite formation and its other horizons, (3) processes and theories of lateritisation, (4) determination of late...
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Format: | eBook |
Language: | English |
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Springer International Publishing
2020, 2020
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Edition: | 1st ed. 2020 |
Series: | SpringerBriefs in Geography
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Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- Chapter 1. Introduction to Laterite Study
- Chapter 2. Literature Review and Research Methodology
- Chapter 3. Geographical Setting of Study Area
- Chapter 4. Characterization of Primary Laterite Profiles
- Chapter 5. Characterization of Secondary Laterite Profiles
- Chapter 6. Geo-chemical Properties and Lateritization Processes
- Chapter 7. Geochronology of Laterites
- Chapter 8. Palaeogeographic Significance of Laterites
- Chapter 9. Laterite and Society
- Chapter 10. Conclusion.