Today, climate change is widely accepted as the biggest challenge facing humanity, a challenge that demands new research methodologies and global scientific collaboration on an unprecedented scale. This book offers the latest insights into this crucial area. In the first part, the chapters present the latest knowledge on ice cap melting and sea level changes. Chapters consider topics such as the assessment of long-term soil moisture change, and the impact of climate change on tree architecture and leaf area. In the second part, geophysical foundations and ecological effects are examined. Topics include drought analysis based on SPI and SAD curve in the Korean peninsula, subglacial and proglacial responses to climate change and the question of the relationship between debris floods and avalanches and climate change. In the third part, modern climatological topics are considered. Subjects examined include tropical cyclone climatology, artificial neural networks for rainfall prediction and paleotempestology. The book benefits from the global experience of its contributors, ensuring that this is a reliable and up-to-date resource for students and researchers wishing to extend their knowledge of this vital field.
Specifications |
Descriptions |
ISBN |
9789535118107 |
Year |
2018 |
Binding |
Hardcover |
Subject |
Environment & Pollution |
Pages |
330 |
Weight |
0.4 |
Readership |
NA |