Книга "Coal Geology" второго издания - это полное обновление и пересмотр популярной книги, которая предоставляет всеобъемлющий обзор области геологии угля. Книга охватывает все аспекты геологии угля в одном томе, соединяя академические аспекты и практическую роль геологии в угольной промышленности. Цель книги - предоставить читателю описание происхождения угля вместе с физическими и химическими свойствами угля и углепетрологией, а затем охватить все области исследования, производства и использования угля. Книга объединяет историческую и стратиграфическую геологию, а также горное дело, экологические вопросы, геофизику и гидрогеологию и маркетинг угля. Книга также рассматривает классификации мировых угольных ресурсов и методы расчета, а также альтернативные способы использования угля в качестве источника энергии и экологические последствия использования угля. Книга предлагает глобальный подход, охватывающий развивающиеся рынки в Америке, Китае и Индии и основана на международном опыте автора. Второе издание предоставляет полностью пересмотренное покрытие последних моделирующих техник, экологического законодательства, оборудования и методов записи. Эта книга будет очень ценным ресурсом для всех, кто изучает, исследует или работает в области геологии угля, горного дела и экологической науки.
“Coal Geology” by Larry Thomas, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of this important field of study. This book covers all aspects of coal, from its origins to its physical and chemical properties, to the various methods of exploration, production, and use.
The book begins with an introduction to the history of coal and its importance in the global economy. It then moves on to discuss the physical and chemical properties of coal, including its structure, composition, and strength. Additionally, the book provides an overview of coal petrology, including the different types of coal and their characteristics.
In the following chapters, the reader will learn about the various stages of coal exploration and production, including drilling, sampling, and testing. The book also addresses environmental issues related to coal mining, such as air pollution, water pollution, and land use.
Furthermore, the book includes information on geophysics, hydrogeology, and the marketing of coal. It also provides information on the alternative uses of coal, such as its use as an alternative fuel source or as a raw material for manufacturing.
Overall, “Coal Geology”, Second Edition, is a comprehensive resource that provides readers with a thorough understanding of this important topic. It offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in the geology of coal or those who are working in the coal industry or related fields.
Электронная Книга «Coal Geology» написана автором Larry Thomas в году.
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Язык: Английский
ISBN: 9781118385715
Описание книги от Larry Thomas
Coal Geology, second edition, offers a thoroughly revised and updated edition of this popular book which provides a comprehensive overview of the field of coal geology. Coal Geology covers all aspects of coal geology in one volume, bridging the gap between the academic aspects and the practical role of geology in the coal industry. The object of the book is to provide the reader with a with a description of the origins of coal together with the physical and chemical properties of coal and coal petrology before proceeding to cover all areas of coal exploration, production and use. Bridges the gap between academic aspects of coal geology and the practical role of geology in the coal industry Examines historical and stratigraphical geology, together with mining, environmental issues, geophysics and hydrogeology and the marketing of coal Defines worldwide coal resource classifications and methods of calculation Addresses the alternative uses of coal as a source of energy, together with the environmental implications of coal usage Includes improved illustrations including a colour section Offers a global approach covering expanding fields in America, China and India The truly global approach, drawn from the international experiences of the author, recognizes the growing role of coal use in emerging markets. With fully revised coverage of the latest modelling techniques, environmental legislation, equipment and recording methods, the second edition offers a truly invaluable resource for anyone studying, researching or working in the field of coal geology, geotechnical and mining engineering and environmental science.
