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Books in Earth and planetary sciences

Elsevier's Earth and Planetary Sciences collection brings together pioneering research on the complexities of our planet and beyond. Covering topics from Earth's structural dynamics and ecosystems to planetary exploration, these titles support advancements in geoscience, environmental science, and space studies, offering essential insights for researchers, professionals, and students.

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    • Membrane Technology for Water Purification

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Sabu Thomas + 4 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Membrane Technology for Water Purification contains real-life applications and methods to facilitate deep understanding of the use of membrane technologies in water purification. The book is a comprehensive guide arranged in three parts to enable both students and researchers to learn about the most recent updates in materials science to clean up water pollutants. Membrane systems are finding increasing application worldwide in purification and the editors are lead experts in the field.

    • Fossils and Earth Time

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Felix Gradstein + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Fossils and Earth Time: Evolution and Biostratigraphy presents an in-depth examination of both micro- and macrofossils, showcasing their evolution and biostratigraphy throughout the Phanerozoic Era. The book meticulously explores various fossil groups that have influenced Earth's history. It integrates paleontological data with geological context and biostratigraphic principles, elucidating the intricate relationship between fossil assemblages and Earth's dynamic past. This resource is invaluable for those studying geology, paleontology, or investigating the spatial and temporal distribution across Earth’s history.The book delves into the significance of fossils as vital biostratigraphic tools, enabling precise dating and correlation of sedimentary rocks across different regions and continents. It offers up-to-date information, making it an essential reference for researchers and professionals. The comprehensive coverage of fossil groups and their geological implications provides readers with a thorough understanding of Earth’s evolutionary timeline. Practical applications and case studies further enhance its utility for academia and industry alike.

    • Stratigraphy

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Octavian Catuneanu
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Stratigraphy provides a comprehensive review of various stratigraphy types in a consistent, systematic manner. Each chapter includes definitions, concepts, practical applications, and case studies. The book begins with an overview of the discipline's historical principles. Subsequent chapters delve into specific types of stratigraphy: lithostratigraphy (lithology), biostratigraphy (fossil content), chemostratigraphy (geochemical properties), magnetostratigraphy (magnetic polarity), chronostratigraphy (absolute age), cyclostratigraphy (relationship to astronomical forcing), allostratigraphy (lithological discontinuities), and sequence stratigraphy (stratal stacking patterns). This structured approach makes the book a convenient reference for quickly reviewing and comparing different stratigraphy types.Each chapter follows a consistent outline, making the text accessible and easy to navigate. This invaluable reference links theory with practice, and provides critical insights into the practical workflow that enables stratigraphic correlation in diverse geological contexts. The systematic presentation ensures that readers can efficiently compare and contrast the different stratigraphy types, enhancing their ability to integrate different stratigraphic methods in order to unravel the full array of physical and temporal complexities of the 3D stratigraphic framework.

    • The Oscillating Universe

      • 1st Edition
      • June 16, 2025
      • Nick Gorkavyi
      • English
      • Paperback
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      The Oscillating Universe: Einsteinian Cosmology of Black Holes and Gravitational Waves introduces the concept of cyclic cosmology within the framework of General Relativity. This book unravels the mysteries behind the Big Bang, the accelerating expansion of the universe, and the role of gravitational radiation and black holes in shaping our cosmos. With a comprehensive mathematical description of the oscillating universe and variable gravitational mass, readers will grasp the significance of the latest cosmological revolution sparked by the recent discoveries of gravitational waves.Students, professional astronomers, and cosmologists will find this book to be a valuable resource. It offers a popular presentation of the history of modern cosmology, discussions on recent discoveries in the study of the universe, and an introduction to the cutting-edge cyclic cosmology theory. This book provides a unique opportunity to understand the evolving landscape of cosmology and the implications of cyclic cosmology.

    • Synoptic Analysis and Forecasting

      • 2nd Edition
      • May 14, 2025
      • Shawn Milrad
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Synoptic Analysis and Forecasting: An Introductory Toolkit, Second Edition provides a bridge between early meteorology courses and more advanced courses in synoptic-dynamic analysis. This valuable reference also imparts qualitative weather analysis and forecasting tools and techniques to researchers and practitioners who require deeper foundational knowledge of weather forecasting. Sections introduce readers to surface weather instrumentation, observations, and plots, radiosondes and upper-air charts, a process-based guide to understanding the motion and intensity of cyclones, anticyclones, fronts, and the diagnosis of vertical motion and associated large-scale weather conditions.After learning about the applications of modern satellite and radar imagery to synoptic analysis and forecasting, readers are provided a complete three-dimensional picture of the troposphere through thermodynamic diagram and sounding analysis techniques. This invaluable resource offers strong support for building qualitative weather observation, analysis, and forecasting skills.

    • Encyclopedia of Atmospheric Sciences

      • 3rd Edition
      • November 15, 2025
      • Walter A Robinson + 1 more
      • English
      Encyclopedia of Atmospheric Sciences, Third Edition offers comprehensive insights into the role of the atmosphere in weather, climate, and life. It covers all principal processes and phenomena, including intensive measurement and simulation techniques used to predict weather, project climate change, and assess human impacts on the atmospheric environment. The past decade has seen rapid advancements in the atmospheric sciences, necessitating the inclusion of several new topics in this updated edition. The book highlights key areas of progress such as anthropogenic climate change, high resolution numerical modeling, and the use of machine learning and AI in forecasting and climate simulation.It also covers advances in observational technologies and the study of planetary atmospheres, providing multimedia animations of weather phenomena and model simulations to enhance understanding. Geoengineering, as a controversial yet significant subject, is also addressed within the broader scope of climate change topics.With over 280 chapters written by world experts in the field, Encyclopedia of Atmospheric Sciences, 3rd edition once again provides students and researchers with a comprehensive, one stop reference work covering the entire field.

    • Active Geophysical Monitoring

      • 3rd Edition
      • September 26, 2025
      • Hitoshi Mikada + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Active Geophysical Monitoring covers the praxis of active geophysical monitoring in a broad range of applications, Including CCUS, hydrocarbon/geotherm... reservoir development and management, groundwater, earthquake monitoring, and more. The editors and contributing authors thoroughly examine the latest developments and technologies in this new edition.The text begins with an in-depth overview of active geophysical monitoring, followed by a close look at active targets and the latest technology. The theory of data analysis and interpretation follows in detail. The text closes with 15 case histories in signal processing as well as carbon captureand storage.This updated edition is an invaluable resource for geophysicists employing a range of monitoring applications.

    • Geoheritage

      • 2nd Edition
      • August 22, 2025
      • Emmanuel Reynard + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Geoheritage: Assessment, Protection, and Management, Second Edition provides a comprehensive exploration of geoheritage, beginning with an introduction to geodiversity and progressing to the characterisation of in situ and ex situ geoheritage, its protection and sustainable use. It also offers advanced concepts and methodologies for site assessment, mapping, conservation, visualisation and management, and features 12 case studies spanning five continents.Authored by 75 experts from 22 countries, this edition includes nearly 200 figures and maps. New chapters expand the scope of the first edition to address geoheritage’s links to biodiversity, climate change, natural hazards, ecosystem services, education and cities.This essential resource is perfect for geoscientists and students in the fields of geodiversity, geoheritage, geoconservation and geotourism, as well as professionals involved in nature conservation, protected areas and geoparks.

    • Planetary Tectonism across the Solar System

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 2
      • September 26, 2025
      • Christian Klimczak + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Planetary Tectonism across the Solar System, Volume Two in the Comparative Planetology series, addresses key questions surrounding planetary tectonism, such our understanding of the global contraction of Mercury, the formation of giant rift zones on Saturn’s icy moons, or the tesserated terrain on Venus. The book makes connections to Earth, such as how deformation on Mercury is both similar and different, and how to apply theoretical considerations behind plate tectonics on Earth to other planets. The book offers up-to-date, accessible and comprehensive discussions on the major tectonic processes and landforms that shape and drive the evolution of planets, moons and smaller bodies. By placing a singular emphasis on comparing tectonic processes and landforms on all relevant Solar System bodies, with the explicit objective of providing a systems-level understanding of this widespread phenomenon, this book is ideal for anyone studying planetary tectonism.

    • Spatial Statistics and Analysis

      • 1st Edition
      • November 1, 2025
      • Anzhelika Antipova
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Spatial Statistics and Analysis: Techniques and Applications is an essential resource for anyone interested in the theory and application of spatial statistics. This comprehensive text delves into the principles, tools, and methods used in spatial analysis, making it invaluable for undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and professionals across various fields including geography, public health, engineering, and social sciences. With hands-on exercises, the book guides readers through complex topics and ensures a deep understanding of spatial data analysis. In addition to covering key terms and tools, this valuable resource explores scales of measurement, data distributions, and spatial dataset visualizations.Other sections examine spatial statistical relationships, point and areal pattern analysis, complex spatial patterns, and geostatistical analysis. The text also addresses spatial error and uncertainty and includes practical applications of Markov chains. Supplementary resources such as instructional slides, lab activities, data sets, and graphic illustrations are provided to aid both teaching and learning.

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