Geographic Information Science and Mountain Geomorphology

by John F. Shroder Jr., Michael P. Bishop, John F. Shroder

Significant advances in geomatics and geomorphology are changing the way in which scientists study complex mountain environments. This book provides a critical treatment and evaluation of these recent developments. With the advent of advanced satellite sensors, high resolution satellite imagery and digital elevation, models now make possible quantitative analysis and modelling of the landscape. So it is becoming ever more important for geoscientists...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 354042640X
• ISBN13: 9783540426400
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 486 Pages
• Weight: 2.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.0" x 10.0"