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2. Machine Learning Model for Predicting the Height of the Water-Conducting Fracture Zone Considering the Influence of Key Stratum and Dip Mining Intensity.
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Che, Yuhang, Cui, Ximin, Wang, Yuanjian, and Li, Peixian
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MACHINE learning ,STANDARD deviations ,MINES & mineral resources ,OPTIMIZATION algorithms ,COAL mining - Abstract
Predicting the height of the water-conducting fracture zone (WCFZ) is crucial for preventing water inrush and ensuring safe underground mining operations. In this study, we propose a novel model combining CatBoost, XGBoost, and AdaBoost with SSA, HHO, and LEA. Key stratum data (DK, TK) and dip mining intensity data were integrated into the existing parameters for WCFZ height prediction. The main influence angle tangent, derived from the probability integral method, replaces the hard rock ratio coefficient. A total of 104 field datasets with eight input parameters were used, with WCFZ height as the dependent variable. The model was validated using five-fold cross-validation and evaluated with root mean square error ( R M S E ), mean absolute error ( M A E ), R 2 , and mean relative error ( M R E ). The Preference Ranking Organization Method for Enrichment Evaluations (PROMETHEE) was applied to rank the models. The CAT-HHO model demonstrated the best performance. Using this model, predictions of WCFZ height under varying dip mining intensities showed an approximately linear relationship. SHAP analysis identified mining thickness as the most influential factor. Removing key stratum data from models significantly reduced prediction accuracy. The results highlight the model's ability to improve WCFZ height prediction, offering insights for water inrush prevention in coal mining operations and providing guidance for applying machine learning to similar challenges. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2025
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3. Enhancing Groundwater Resource Management in the Milan Urban Area Through a Robust Stratigraphic Framework and Numerical Modeling.
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Alberti, Luca, Mazzon, Pietro, Colombo, Loris, Cantone, Martino, Antelmi, Matteo, Marelli, Fabio, and Gattinoni, Paola
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GROUNDWATER management ,INDUSTRIAL water supply ,METROPOLITAN areas ,WATER management ,STEADY-state flow - Abstract
Groundwater is a critical freshwater resource in Italy's Po plain, which includes Milan (northern Italy), one of Europe's most industrialized and urbanized areas. This region relies heavily on groundwater for both industrial and public water supplies. However, the quantity and quality of this resource are vulnerable to both natural and human-induced factors, such as climate change, industrial activities, and changing water use practices. This study investigates and addresses the complex management challenges of groundwater resources of Milan in the framework of the EU directives. A steady-state groundwater flow model was developed as part of the broader project MODEL-MI to aid in the creation of a Water Safety Plan (WSP). This study highlights the importance of accurate stratigraphic data to constructing a reliable hydrogeological conceptual model. The model, calibrated using extensive data, successfully reproduces groundwater flow patterns and will be used both to support decision-making for sustainable groundwater management and to predict future impacts of climate change on water resources. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2025
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4. Comparing Above and Underwater Visibility of Fluorescent Quinine-Based Liquid and Solid Tracers to Estimate Suspended Sediment Concentrations Under Low Luminosity Conditions.
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Zehsaz, Soheil, Lima, João L. M. P. de, Lima, M. Isabel P. de, Almeida, Thayná A. B., Lima, Rui L. Pedroso de, and Montenegro, Abelardo A. de A.
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While exploring the use and visibility of fluorescent tracers for estimating flow velocities under varying water turbidity, this study introduces a technique for estimating suspended sediment concentration (SSC) in water. Laboratory and field experiments were conducted using a dual above/underwater optical camera monitoring system to measure and compare the visibility (brightness intensity) of fluorescent tracers applied into water under varying SSC loads. Based on the fluorescent properties of quinine under low luminosity conditions, a quinine solution, in both liquid and solid (ice cube) states, was applied to the water surface. Its visibility was recorded using the monitoring system, and brightness intensity was quantified using image processing techniques such as grayscale conversion, object segmentation, and pixel intensity extraction. Results indicate that the tracer brightness intensity decreases as SSC loads increase, with the underwater camera recording lower visibility than the above-water camera, particularly at higher SSC loads. Empirical regression equations were developed to describe the relationship between the tracer brightness intensity recorded by the underwater camera and the SSC loads. These findings suggest the ability of the presented monitoring system, using quinine solution in both liquid and solid states, along with an underwater camera, to estimate a relevant range of SSC loads under low luminosity conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2025
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5. Recent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detection.
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Nene, Ajinkya, Sadeghzade, Sorour, Viaroli, Stefano, Yang, Wenjie, Uchenna, Ucheaga Paul, Kandwal, Abhishek, Liu, Xinghui, Somani, Prakash, and Galluzzi, Massimiliano
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The degradation of mismanaged plastic waste in the environment results in the formation of microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs), which pose significant risks to ecosystems and human health. These particles are pervasive, detected even in remote regions, and can enter the food chain, accumulating in organisms and causing harm depending on factors such as particle load, exposure dose, and the presence of co-contaminants. Detecting and analyzing NMPs present unique challenges, particularly as particle size decreases, making them increasingly difficult to identify. Moreover, the absence of standardized protocols for their detection and analysis further hinders comprehensive assessments of their environmental and biological impacts. This review provides a detailed overview of the latest advancements in technologies for sampling, separation, measurement, and quantification of NMPs. It highlights promising approaches, supported by practical examples from recent studies, while critically addressing persistent challenges in sampling, characterization, and analysis. This work examines cutting-edge developments in nanotechnology-based detection, integrated spectro-microscopic techniques, and AI-driven classification algorithms, offering solutions to bridge gaps in NMP research. By exploring state-of-the-art methodologies and presenting future perspectives, this review provides valuable insights for improving detection capabilities at the micro- and nanoscale, enabling more effective analysis across diverse environmental contexts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2025
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6. Transforming cities into sustainable and healthy territories starts with the "Culture of water": learning from traditional peoples and communities of the Carapitanga river basin.
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Borges, Júlia, Gallo, Edmundo, and Teixeira, Simonne
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WATER management ,GLOBAL warming ,SUSTAINABLE urban development ,ACTION research ,URBAN life - Abstract
Introduction: In a world where one in four individuals lacks assured access to water, this article investigates how the experiences of Traditional Peoples and Communities (TPCs) can serve as a guiding light in the search for solutions to water disparities, exacerbated by global warming. The study focuses on the microterritory known as Carapitanga in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where the presence of indigenous, quilombola and caiçara communities highlights the significance of territorially-based and nature-focused solutions. Methods: The research utilises the Ecology of Knowledge and Action Research as methodological pillars to investigate the Water Culture of TPCs and its impact on the Hydrosocial Cycle. Results: The study reveals that the Water Culture of TPCs stimulates actions that propel balance in the Hydrosocial Cycle. This knowledge casts new light on the governance of water and sanitation. Discussion: The findings offer alternatives anchored in the concept of Buen Vivir and the recognition of water as a fundamental source of life for cities worldwide. This not only contributes to the understanding of water resource management but also presents potential solutions for global water access disparities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2025
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7. Coupling Advanced Geo-Environmental Indices for the Evaluation of Groundwater Quality: A Case Study in NE Peloponnese, Greece.
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Papazotos, Panagiotis, Vlachomitrou, Maria, Psarraki, Despoina, Vasileiou, Eleni, and Perraki, Maria
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Water and its management have played a pivotal role in the evolution of organisms and civilizations, fulfilling essential roles in personal use, industry, irrigation, and drinking from ancient times to the present. This study seeks to evaluate groundwater quality for irrigation and drinking in the Northern Peloponnese region, specifically the wells of Loutraki and Schinos areas and the springs of the Gerania Mountains (Mts.), using geo-environmental indices and ionic ratios. For the first time, geo-environmental indices have been applied to a region where groundwater serves multiple purposes, addressing the challenge of understanding their dynamics to optimize their application in environmental science and groundwater pollution research. To achieve this, 68 groundwater samples from the study area were utilized, and a total of 25 geo-environmental indices were calculated to assess water quality. These indices examined: (i) drinking suitability (NPI, RI, PIG, WQI, and WPI), (ii) irrigation suitability (SAR, KR, %Na, PS, MAR, RSC, SSP, TH, PI, IWQI, and TDS), (iii) potentially toxic element (PTE) loadings (Cd, HEI, and HPI), and (iv) major hydrogeochemical processes, expressed as ionic ratios (Ca/Mg, Ca/SO
4 , Ca/Na, Cl/NO3 , Cl/HCO3 , and Si/NO3 ). Data processing involved descriptive statistics, hydrogeochemical bivariate plots, Spearman correlation coefficients, and multivariate statistical analyses, including factor analysis (FA) and R-mode hierarchical cluster analysis (HCA). Results revealed that all groundwater samples (100%) from the Loutraki area and the Gerania Mts. were of good quality for both drinking and irrigation purposes. In contrast, groundwater from the Schinos area exhibited lower quality, with most samples (93.9%) considered suitable only for irrigation. The deterioration in the coastal aquifer of the Schinos area is attributed to elevated concentrations of Cl− , Na+ , NO3 , As, and Cr resulting from salinization and relatively limited anthropogenic influences. The study highlights that relying on individual geo-environmental indices can yield misleading results due to their dependence on factors such as researcher expertise, methodological choices, and the indices' inherent limitations. Consequently, this research emphasizes the necessity of combining indices to enhance the reliability, accuracy, and robustness of groundwater quality assessments and hydrogeochemical evaluations. Last but not least, the findings demonstrate that calculating all available geo-environmental indices is unnecessary. Instead, selecting a subset of indices that either reflect the impact of specific elemental concentrations or can be effectively integrated with others is sufficient. This streamlined approach addresses challenges in optimizing geo-environmental index applications and contributes to improved groundwater resource management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]− - Published
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8. Bacteriological quality of drinking water and its associated factors in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Daba, Chala, Berhanu, Leykun, Desye, Belay, Berihun, Gete, and Geto, Abebe Kassa
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WATER quality monitoring ,DRINKING water standards ,WATER quality ,WATER pollution ,WATER supply - Abstract
Introduction: Drinking contaminated water is a significant cause of mortality and morbidity in Sub-Saharan Africa, where access to safe drinking water is limited. Although numerous studies have investigated the bacteriological quality of drinking water in Ethiopia, their findings have been inconsistent and varied, hindering the implementation of effective water quality monitoring. Moreover, there is a lack of nationwide assessment of the bacteriological quality of drinking water in Ethiopia. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the bacteriological quality of drinking water and its associated factors in Ethiopia. Methods: An international electronic database, including PubMed, Science Direct, Global Health, CINAHL, African Journals Online, HINARI, and Google Scholar was employed to retrieve the relevant articles. The study adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Protocols (PRISMA) guidelines. A random-effects model was used to estimate the pooled effect size, and the Egger regression model was employed using STATA 14 software to assess potential publication bias. Results: A total of 26 studies involving 7,962 water samples met the eligibility criteria for meta-analysis. The pooled prevalence of at least one bacteriological contamination of drinking water was 52.26% (95%CI: 39.09–65.43), with extreme heterogeneity (I
2 = 99.7%; p-value < 0.001). The pooled prevalence of total and fecal coliform in drinking water was 49.55% (95% CI: 34.88–64.23) and 44.27% (95%CI: 34.36–54.19), respectively. 14.13% of the water source was at a very high sanitary risk level (unfit for drinking), with significant heterogeneity (I2 = 94.1%, p< 0.001). The absence of household-level water treatment (OR = 3.3; 95%CI: 1.28–5.32) and drawing water using dipping methods (OR = 4.52; 95%CI: 1.71–7.34) were determinant factors for bacteriological contamination of drinking water. Conclusion: We found that the bacteriological quality of drinking water did not comply with the World Health Organization and Ethiopia's standard guidelines for drinking water, which call for urgent intervention. One out of seven water sources was at a high sanitary risk level, which could increase the risk of infectious disease in the country. The absence of household-level water treatment and drawing water using dipping was a significant factor in the bacteriological quality of drinking water. Based on these findings, the water supply and sewerage authority should prioritize regular monitoring of the bacteriological quality of drinking water. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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9. The why behind water feature management.
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KENNA, MIKE
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ALGAL biofuels ,EGERIA densa ,ALGAL blooms ,ALGAL growth ,WATER quality ,PONDS - Abstract
The article discusses the importance of managing water features, specifically ponds, on golf courses. It highlights the role of aquatic plants, algae, and other organisms in pond ecosystems, emphasizing the need for proper management to prevent issues like algae blooms and invasive species. The text outlines strategies for pond ecology, design impacts, and management techniques, including mechanical, biological, and chemical controls. Effective pond management is described as an ongoing process that requires tailored approaches based on design, ecological conditions, and usage, ultimately transforming water features into valuable assets for golf courses. [Extracted from the article]
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10. Temporal hydrogeochemical evolution of surface water and groundwater in a karst system discharging into a continental-type Ramsar site in the Huasteca Potosina, Mexico
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Del Carmen Cordova Molina, Cynthia, Ortiz Enriquez, Octavio, Alfaro-De la Torre, Ma. Catalina, Reyes Agüero, Juan Antonio, and Cardona Benavides, Antonio
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- 2025
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11. Modeling tritium release to the atmosphere during the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident and application to estimating post-accident water system transit times
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Cauquoin, Alexandre, Gusyev, Maksym, Bong, Hayoung, Okazaki, Atsushi, and Yoshimura, Kei
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- 2025
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12. Estimating groundwater recharge through multiple methods: southern sections of the western Afar rift margin and associated rift floor
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Gidafie, Dereje, Nedaw, Dessie, Azagegn, Tilahun, Abebe, Bekele, and Baba, Alper
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- 2025
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13. Caprine management at Archaic and Classical period Argilos in northern Greece: the isotopic evidence from sequentially sampled tooth enamel
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Alagich, Rudolph, Gkotsinas, Angelos, Perreault, Jacques Y., Bonias, Zisis, Dotsika, Elissavet, Adler, Lewis, and Smith, Colin
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- 2025
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14. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: Texas Eastern Transmission, LP submits response to FERC's 01|02|2025 environmental information request re the Cove Mountain Road Crossing Replacement Project under CP25-28
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United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission -- Officials and employees ,Esri -- Officials and employees ,Independent regulatory commissions ,Electric power transmission ,Gas utilities -- Officials and employees ,News, opinion and commentary - Abstract
Washington: Texas Eastern Transmission, LP has submitted the following document to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: Texas Eastern Transmission, LP 915 N Eldridge Parkway, Suite 1100 Houston, Texas 77079 (713) [...]
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15. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation submits responses to Question Nos. 13, 15, 16 and 28 through 31 from FERC's 12|17|2024 environmental information request re the Line UNY Westwood 2025 Modernization Project under CP25-22
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United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission -- International economic relations ,National Fuel Gas Supply Corp. -- International economic relations ,Civil and Environmental Consultants Inc. -- International economic relations ,Independent regulatory commissions ,Gas utilities -- International economic relations ,News, opinion and commentary - Abstract
Washington: National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation has submitted the following document to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: Meghan M. Emes (716) 857-7004 Senior Counsel January 8, 2025 Debbie-Anne A. Reese, [...]
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16. The Art of War by Sun Tzu : Original Unabridged Full Book Edition Translated by Lionel Giles (Novelaris Classics)
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Sun Tzu and Sun Tzu
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'Know your enemy as you know yourself, and you need not fear a hundred battles.'Sun Tzu's'The Art of War'transcends its origins as a military treatise, revealing profound insights into strategy and leadership. Through thirteen concise chapters, this Chinese classic dissects the psychology of conflict, the importance of deception, and the role of intelligence in achieving victory. Its enduring wisdom illuminates success in business, politics, and negotiations. A masterwork of strategic thinking that has influenced leaders from ancient China to modern boardrooms.
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- 2025
17. A Guidebook to Earthquake Scientific Investigation
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Institute of Earthquake Forecasting, China Earthquake Administration and Institute of Earthquake Forecasting, China Earthquake Administration
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- Natural disasters, Geophysics, Geology
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This book concentrates on summarizing previous seismic scientific investigations in order to form standard procedures, approaches, and data sharing for the investigation of future large earthquake. Scientific investigation of large earthquake plays a crucial role in acquiring various records related to earthquake cycle processes and improving the knowledge of earthquake physics and earthquake forecasting. The book aims to provide a guide for the readers seeking earthquake knowledge by probing into the multi-disciplinary investigation of large earthquakes. The book is motivated by recent advances of seismic investigation, including novel geophysical technologies. It is an essential reference to scientifically and systematically investigate future large earthquakes. Chapters are carefully developed to cover seismogenic structure, seismogenic mechanism, earthquake evolution process, influence of the occurred earthquake on regional earthquake hazard, and earthquake disaster mechanism. The book is written for researchers of seismotectonics, earthquake physics, engineering geology, earthquake engineering, natural hazard prevention, and policy-makers engaged in post-hazard restoration.
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- 2025
18. The Victorians and the Holy Land : Adventurers, Tourists, and Archaeologists in the Lands of the Bible
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Allan Chapman and Allan Chapman
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- Technology--Social aspects--History--19th ce, Public opinion--History--19th century.--Grea
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Why were people in the Victorian age fascinated with the archaeological mysteries of the Holy Land? In this engaging study, Allan Chapman shows how the Holy Land took on new meaning for Europeans during the Victorian era. Previously, most Europeans had viewed the area between the Mediterranean Sea and the eastern bank of the Jordan River as a literary backdrop for biblical narratives. During the nineteenth century, however, they began to take interest in this region as a literal, physical place. Technological inventions such as steam-powered travel, telegraphy, and photography made the Holy Land more accessible. In public museums, ordinary people could view artifacts ranging from Egyptian mummies to statues from Nimrud and Nineveh. In linguistics, translations of Egyptian hieroglyphs and Assyrian cuneiform broadened Europeans'awareness of myths, legends, and history. These discoveries in archaeology and linguistics brought new energy to nineteenth-century debates about whether the Scriptures were based on factual history. In addition to explaining how Holy Land studies changed during the Victorian era, Allan Chapman identifies key people who facilitated those changes. He introduces readers to a diverse demographic that includes adventurers, astronomers, missionaries, ministers, learned women of independent means, and Queen Victoria's eldest son. Driven by a wide range of professional and personal motives, these individuals had a powerful impact on the Victorian public's understanding of the Holy Land.
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19. Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence for Earth Resource Management
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Deepak Kumar, Tavishi Tewary, Sulochana Shekhar, Deepak Kumar, Tavishi Tewary, and Sulochana Shekhar
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- Natural resources--Management--Data processing, Artificial intelligence
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Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence for Earth Resource Management offers a detailed look at the different ways data analytics and artificial intelligence can help organizations make better-informed decisions, improve operations, and minimize the negative impacts of resource extraction on the environment. The book explains several different ways data analytics and artificial intelligence can improve and support earth resource management. Predictive modeling can help organizations understand the impacts of different management decisions on earth resources, such as water availability, land use, and biodiversity. Resource monitoring tracks the state of earth resources in real-time, identifying issues and opportunities for improvement. Providing managers with real-time data and analytics allows them to make more informed choices. Optimizing resource management decisions help to identify the most efficient and effective ways to allocate resources. Predictive maintenance allows organizations to anticipate when equipment might fail and take action to prevent it, reducing downtime and maintenance costs. Remote sensing with image processing and analysis can be used to extract information from satellite images and other remote sensing data, providing valuable information on land use, water resources, and other earth resources. - Provides a comprehensive understanding of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) for earth resource management - Includes real-world case studies and examples to demonstrate the practical applications of data analytics and AI in earth resource management - Presents clear illustrations, diagrams, and pictures that make the content more understandable and engaging
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20. The Science of Fluid Mechanics : Applications in Water and Wastewater Operations
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Frank R. Spellman and Frank R. Spellman
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The Science of Fluid Mechanics: Applications in Water and Wastewater Operations examines the intricacies of hydrology and hydraulic systems within the context of water and wastewater management. Written in an academic yet easy-to-understand style, the book provides a comprehensive overview of relevant topics of fluid mechanics. With a wealth of illustrations and exercises, it caters to students, operators, and plant managers, offering clear explanations of quantitative elements essential to understanding water resource development and treatment. Covering foundational principles of fluid mechanics, hydraulics, and related practical applications, the book serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to deepen their knowledge in the field. Provides the basic principles required to understand fluid mechanics/hydraulic engineering Explains the main concepts of water and wastewater management and operations Includes numerous illustrations and exercise problems in each chapter
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- 2025
21. Land, People and Economy of Pakistan : A Geographic Perspective
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K. R. Dikshit, Jutta K. Dikshit, K. R. Dikshit, and Jutta K. Dikshit
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The book unravels the complexity of Pakistan's physical terrain, from the Arabian Sea coast to the Himalayan heights, focusing on its bio-climatic environment. While throwing light on the evolution of societal organisation and the nature and intensity of economic enterprises, it discusses the human response to the natural milieu and the way natural resources have been harnessed.This volume discusses the distribution of natural resources and deciphers the evolutionary development of manufacturing, transport and trade, the main non-agricultural enterprises, and looks at the potential for their growth. It provides an overview of the country`s economy and its fluctuations through different political regimes. It also investigates the country's diverse social, linguistic, and ethnic composition. A habitat study, incorporating villages and towns and their numerical and spatial distribution and also the hierarchical organisation of rural society have received a special focus in the book. The book, with its qualitative and quantitative information, will be useful to students, teachers and researchers studying physical geology, climatology, hydrology, soil science, environmental studies, archaeology, sociology, economics, demography, area studies and regional development studies. It will also be an indispensable companion to professionals in floral-landscaping, habitat study, administrators, and policymakers.
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- 2025
22. Rural Baths in Roman Britain : A Colonisation of the Senses
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Giacomo Savani and Giacomo Savani
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This book explores the function and socio-cultural significance of rural bathhouses, seeking to redefine our understanding of the relationships between these buildings and the identities of the communities residing in the countryside of Roman Britain.The popularity of baths in antiquity and their archaeological distinctiveness have led both antiquarians and many modern scholars to take their function—and, more crucially, their socio-cultural significance—for granted, which is especially pronounced in the provincial context of Roman Britain. By applying the theoretical framework of sensory archaeology, Savani examines issues of receptivity, social acceptance, and cultural interaction, broadening our understanding of the cultural and social transformations occurring in the province. Focusing on two regions – South-East and Central South-West England – Savani uncovers the previously underappreciated role of rural baths in connecting a more diverse range of people than has been traditionally acknowledged. It also underscores the critical importance of sensory experience in the acceptance of bathing practices in rural areas and the affective connections formed by various social groups around these practices.Rural Baths in Roman Britain is an invaluable resource for scholars of both the archaeology and culture of Roman Britain, as well as those working on processes of cultural interactions within the Roman provinces more broadly.
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23. Pursuing Sustainable Urban Development in North Korea
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Pavel P. Em and Pavel P. Em
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- Sustainable urban development--Korea (North), Urban ecology (Sociology)--Korea (North)
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This volume employs an urban lens to provide a critical analysis of the North Korean style of sustainable urban development in the face of severe sanctions and a scarcity of vital resources.With a focus on five major areas—population, economics, architecture, urban planning, and culture—the authors examine the preconditions that led to the emergence of ideas related to urban sustainability, assess and reassess the trends in sustainable development brought about by market forces, and recommend paths for their further intensification. Since this work covers a variety of topics, ranging from geomancy and social control to economic issues and green architecture (both locally and in comparison with European post-socialist cities and South Korea), it will point to lessons that other countries could learn from.This book will be a valuable reference for scholars, researchers, students, and the general public who have a regional interest in North Korea, Korean unification, and East Asia as a whole; and/or a topical interest in urban studies, urban sustainability, and post-socialist urban transformation.
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24. The Art of War by Sun Tzu Illustrated
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Sun Tzu, Delphi Classics, Sun Tzu, and Delphi Classics
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A military strategist and general of the fifth or sixth century BC, Sun Tzu served the state of Wu near the end of the Spring and Autumn period. He is traditionally ascribed as the author of ‘The Art of War', a systematic guide to strategy and tactics for rulers and commanders. The book discusses various manoeuvres and the effect of terrain on the outcome of battles. It stresses the importance of accurate information about the enemy's forces, dispositions and deployments and movements. The treatise's insistence on the close relationship between political considerations and military policy went to inform the thinking of politicians, generals and noted leaders across the world. Delphi's Eastern Treasures Series provides eReaders with rare and precious works of Middle-Eastern and Asian literature, featuring prominent works of history, fiction, religion and philosophy, complemented with the original texts. This eBook presents Sun Tzu's complete works, with illustrations, a concise introduction, multiple translations and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) • Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Sun Tzu and ‘The Art of War'• Features the complete extant text, in both English translation and the Traditional Chinese text• Multiple English translations• Concise introduction to the work• Excellent formatting of the texts• Easily locate the sections you want to read with individual contents tables• Includes Giles'extensive annotations, with hyperlinked endnotes• Provides a special dual English and Traditional Chinese text, allowing readers to compare the sections paragraph by paragraph — ideal for students• Features a bonus ‘Resources'section — discover Sun Tzu's ancient world CONTENTS: The TranslationsBrief Introduction to ‘The Art of War'Ferguson Calthrop Translation, 1905Lionel Giles Translation, 1910Lionel Giles Translation (Simplified Text) The Original TextContents of the Traditional Chinese Text The Dual TextDual Traditional Chinese and English Text The ResourcesA History of Chinese Literature (1901) by Herbert Allen GilesSun Wu and His Book (1910) by Lionel Giles
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25. Southeast Arabia at the Dawn of the Second Millennium : The Bronze Age Collective Graves of Qarn Al-Harf, Ras Al-Khaimah (UAE)
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Derek Kennet, Alyson Caine, Anna Hilton, Lloyd Weeks, Christian Velde, Derek Kennet, Alyson Caine, Anna Hilton, Lloyd Weeks, and Christian Velde
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First full publication of a cemetery of the Bronze Age Wadi Suq period (2000-1650 BC) in the region of the UAE, a period marked by large scale cultural and economic changes.The end of the 3rd millennium was a time of significant transformation in south-east Arabia (the United Arab Emirates and northern Oman). The cultural homogeneity of the preceding Early Bronze Age, Umm an-Nar period (c. 2700–2000 BC) came to an end and gave way to the Middle Bronze Age, Wadi Suq period (2000–1600 BC). Settlements changed, and possibly began to decline in size and number, the economy changed for many and the important trade in copper ore seems to have declined. In addition, there was a marked change in funerary practices as new types of tombs appeared – both collective and individual burials. All of this took place within the context of a climatic shift that led to a decline in rainfall across many parts of the region. Much of the countryside of south-eastern Iran was abandoned and the urban period of the Indus Valley was weakening. In the midst of this turmoil, the limited agricultural plains of northern Ras al-Khaimah appear to have developed into an island where there was greater continuity than elsewhere. This book reports on the excavation of a number of monumental collective tombs that were built there and used through the early part of the 2nd millennium. The way that they were constructed and used as well as the burial goods that they contain throw light on the population of this area, and give some indication of how and why it was that life continued in this small pocket in a way that was different to surrounding regions.
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26. Tripolitania in the Roman Empire and Beyond
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Niccolò Mugnai and Niccolò Mugnai
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This book provides an up-to-date account of the archaeology, history, economy, urbanism, art, and architecture of the North African region of Tripolitania during antiquity. The essays by international scholars outline current research and the most recent developments in the archaeology of this territory. The strong interdisciplinary character of the texts reflects the expertise of the different authors – from studies of the landscape and urban development, to funerary practices, architecture, military operations and food supply. This timely publication provides a much-needed new assessment of the evolution of this region throughout the Roman and Late Antique period.
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27. The Celtic Tribes : Origins, Ancestry & The Warrior Class
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John Moss and John Moss
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Explores the rise, migrations, and eventual decline of the Celtic tribes, detailing their wars, culture, and resistance against Roman expansion.The people we know as the Celts were an Iron Age culture that originated in central Europe, probably around modern-day Hungary, Southern Germany and the Czech Republic, some three thousand years ago. They were groups of distinct tribal peoples who shared a common language and culture that thrived until they were confronted by an aggressive and expansionist Roman Empire set on conquest.This book traces their many migrations westward over the following centuries, and their advances into the Atlantic coastal regions, especially into countries like France, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Britain and Ireland, largely replacing the Neolithic people that formerly occupied these territories. These migrations were rarely peaceful and as a result the Celts were widely regarded as warlike and inherently aggressive.The book describes the many inter-tribal and territorial confrontations that occurred during the Roman period. It explains the fighting methods, tactics and style of Celtic warfare as well as the warrior leaders like Boudicca, Brennus, Ambiorix and Vercingetorix, and others who emerged to resist Roman incursions. Despite fierce resistance, in the end, little of that great culture survived intact. Many of these tribes were savagely and purposely exterminated as a matter of policy, others were Romanised to become reluctant citizens of the Roman Republic, and only those whose territories lay in the northern and western extremities of the Empire – in the British islands, Ireland and Brittany in North-West France, avoided total subjugation.Several hundred of these ancient Celtic and other related tribes are included here. Although each had its own distinct identity, they shared a common culture with a widespread and unifying system of religious belief largely held together by Druids. The tribes described in the book include Gauls, Germans, Galatians, Lusitanians, Britons, Picts, Cambrians and Caledonians, among many others.
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- 2025
28. Managing Water Resources
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Bhagwanti Kakkar and Bhagwanti Kakkar
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Managing Water Resources addresses the critical issues related to various water resources, their quality, and effective management. Water is essential for the survival of all living beings, and this book highlights its preservation. We explore ecological implications such as climate change and global warming, and their impact on water quality. Our book covers key phenomena like precipitation, the hydrological cycle, evapotranspiration, infiltration, and the water table. We explain the factors contributing to the degradation of water quality and provide actionable measures to preserve water resources, including groundwater. By offering insights into water resource cycles and maintenance, we aim to emphasize the importance of conservation efforts. This book illustrates how even the smallest actions can significantly impact the preservation of water resources, ensuring sustainability for future generations.
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- 2025
29. Handbook of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations
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Frank R. Spellman and Frank R. Spellman
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- Water treatment plants--Handbooks, manuals, etc, Sewage disposal plants--Handbooks, manuals, etc, Water--Purification--Handbooks, manuals, etc, Sewage--Purification--Handbooks, manuals, etc
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The Handbook of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations is the first thorough resource manual developed exclusively for water and wastewater plant operators. Now regarded as an industry standard, this fifth edition has been updated throughout, and it explains the material in easy-to-understand language. It also provides real-world case studies and operating scenarios, as well as problem-solving practice sets for each scenario. Key features: Updates the material to reflect the developments in the field Includes new math operations with solutions, as well as over 250 new sample questions Adds updated coverage of energy conservation measures with applicable case studies Enables users to properly operate water and wastewater plants and suggests troubleshooting procedures for returning a plant to optimum operation levels Prepares operators for licensure exams
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- 2025
30. Remote Sensing for Geophysicists
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Mukesh Gupta and Mukesh Gupta
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- Remote sensing--Economic aspects, Remote sensing--Economic aspects--Case studies, Prospecting--Geophysical methods, Prospecting--Geophysical methods--Case studies, Geophysics, Geophysics--Case studies, Geographic information systems
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Geophysical exploration methods are very expensive and invasive methods for surveys. Remote sensing methods are non-invasive and much cheaper for investigating the Earth's surface. This book bridges this gap and aims to integrate exploration geophysics with remote sensing as a cost-effective method which is easy to implement for prospecting in different areas. It provides exploration geophysicists with the necessary information to use advanced remote sensing technology in the exploration of oil and gas, minerals, and groundwater. It describes the integration of remote sensing in each of the nine exploration methods based on over 11 case studies from different countries across the globe.Features: Describes the geophysical exploration methods that geophysicists frequently use, along with suitable remote sensing techniques Offers a well-structured one-stop guide for finding a suitable remote sensing technique for a specific geophysical exploration method Provides case studies on the exploration of oil, gas, and groundwater with step-by-step instructions using remote sensing technology Serves as a practical field book for exploration geophysicists who never used or rarely use remote sensing. Enables exploration geophysicists to understand and interpret remote sensing data for the assessment of complex explorations This book is an excellent resource for professionals, researchers, academics, and students with a background in remote sensing across many disciplines in Earth sciences such as geology, hydrology, petrology, mining, geography, geosciences, etc.
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- 2025
31. Safe Drinking Water for the Immunocompromised
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Anthony M. Wachinski and Anthony M. Wachinski
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- Drinking water, Drinking water--Health aspects, Drinking water--Standards
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Immunocompromised persons are more vulnerable than the general population to contaminants in drinking water and include persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, cancer survivors, transplant recipients, individuals with HIV/AIDS or other immune disorders, some elderly, infants, and pregnant mothers. Safe Drinking Water for the Immunocompromised provides information about safe drinking water choices for the immunocompromised community, pregnant mothers, and the medical professionals from whom they seek advice. The book serves as a primer on drinking water regulations, water chemistry, as well as the terminology used to describe water contaminants, and includes a glossary that explains the terms and concepts in a straightforward manner.• Offers a science-based rationale for the acceptable level of a contaminant and sources of drinking water that meet or exceed these levels.• Presents and explains numerous contaminants of concern found in water.• Explains the different types of purification for bottled water, including reverse osmosis, distillation, and deionization.
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- 2025
32. The Science of Land Subsidence
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Frank R. Spellman and Frank R. Spellman
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- Subsidences (Earth movements)--Prevention, Subsidences (Earth movements)--Case studies
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The Science of Land Subsidence explains the current science underpinning natural and human-made land subsidence events, and provides students and interested readers with sufficient background on the basics of geology, natural science, chemical, and environmental engineering. Moreover, it presents a wide-ranging discussion presented in the author's comprehensible conversational style describing the impact of land subsidence events on health, sustenance, and society in general, and provides various case studies covering catastrophic land subsidence events. This book is directed at undergraduate and graduate students, professionals, scientists, and the general reading public who would like to gain a broad multidisciplinary view of one of the greatest challenges of our generation. Describes the impact of land subsidence events on health, sustenance and society in general Provides various case studies covering catastrophic land subsidence events
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- 2025
33. Walden : Henry Thoreau
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Henry David Thoreau and Henry David Thoreau
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Walden is a profound reflection on simplicity, self-reliance, and the relationship between humanity and nature, set against the backdrop of a secluded life by Walden Pond. Henry David Thoreau critiques the materialism and societal conventions of 19th-century America, advocating for a life of deliberate purpose and harmony with the natural world. Through his personal experiment in minimalist living, Thoreau explores themes of solitude, introspection, and the pursuit of higher truths. Since its publication, Walden has been celebrated for its lyrical prose and philosophical depth. Its examination of universal themes such as the search for meaning, the value of self-determination, and the importance of living authentically has solidified its place as a cornerstone of American literature. Thoreau's vivid descriptions of nature and his contemplative observations continue to inspire readers to question modern life's pace and priorities. The work's enduring relevance lies in its challenge to societal norms and its invitation to reimagine what it means to lead a fulfilling life. By addressing the intersections of personal freedom, environmental stewardship, and spiritual growth, Walden encourages readers to reflect on their connections to both the natural world and their inner selves, offering timeless insights into the art of living deliberately
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- 2025
34. Our Traumatized Planet : A Stark Perspective on the Earth’s Environmental Crises
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Mark Q. Sutton, E. N. Anderson, Mark Q. Sutton, and E. N. Anderson
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- Greenhouse gases--Environmental aspects, Climate change mitigation, Traditional ecological knowledge
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Our Traumatized Planet explores the state of the environment and some of the major issues faced today and asks what we can learn and apply from contemporary traditional peoples, ancient societies, and our own successes and failures.Providing straightforward information on some of the serious environmental issues we face so that non-scientists can understand them, this book explores what is at stake so that we can choose to make a difference. Combining the latest data from environmental, anthropological, and archaeological science allows for fresh perspectives and an empirical approach to describing these problems that eliminates hopeful denial, speculation, wishful thinking, and downright lies. Using archaeological data, the authors provide examples of success and failures in the past that could be used to make decisions about the future. They also highlight examples of how traditional peoples, past and present, have dealt with these same issues. Seeing the current crisis through the eyes of two experienced anthropologists broadens our understanding and allows us to set contemporary issues in the context of the past and traditional knowledge. However, this is not a book of easy solutions from the past to solve our future; rather, it is an impassioned plea to people today to read and understand what state the planet is in and encourage them to find the will to change.This book is for students of archaeology, anthropology, and environmental science and all those wanting to, in a clear and readable way, understand the fate of our planet.
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- 2025
35. Mysteries of the Round Towers : The Subtle Energies of the Stone Structures of Ireland
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Christopher Freeland and Christopher Freeland
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- Round towers--Ireland, Round towers--Scotland
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• Reveals how the round towers were built over the crossing of underground waterways and with every stone in magnetic polarity alignment• Explains how the siting and magnetic properties of the towers energetically enhances the surrounding environment, akin to feng shui and vastu• Presents a guide to the energetic principles behind the creation and purpose of the round towersIn Ireland, and to a lesser extent Scotland, in seemingly unconnected locations, there are more than 60 enigmatic round towers, often 90 feet tall or higher and nearly uniform in their construction. Believed to have been built between the 7th and 10th centuries CE, the Roman Catholic Church long ago laid claim to them. Yet who built them—and why—is completely unknown, and even their date of construction is debatable.Presenting a professional dowser's radiesthetic and magnetic analysis of the round towers of Ireland, Christopher Freeland examines previously unexplored yet fundamental facts common to all of the round towers, including geographic orientation, connections to underground waterways, historical records, and the magnetic polarity of the stones themselves. Explaining the basics of radiesthesia, the energetic science of dowsing, the author shows how the locations of the towers have far-reaching ramifications for the health of humans, animals, and plants in their surrounding areas. His in-person examinations reveal how systematic magnetic orientation of the stones in these towers'walls, the unusual construction techniques of the unknown architects, and the resulting access to Earth's telluric forces further enhance their energetic effects. He explores the types of stone used, speculates how many towers once existed, and firmly debunks the assertion that they were built by the Church.Offering a guide to the creation and purpose of the round towers, Freeland shows that we can once again embrace the ancient wisdom of our ancestors about the flow of energy in the Earth and bring back balance and harmony through understanding Nature's alchemy of stone, water, and magnetism.
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- 2025
36. The Earth and I
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Arthur Firstenberg and Arthur Firstenberg
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Almost all environmental books treat the environmental crisis as though humans are in charge of nature, rather than part of it. The Earth and I is the first book to put all preconceived notions aside and to ask, naïvely: Who are we really? What is our relationship to the earth? How is it possible that we, out of all the millions of species, have come to destroy our common home? The answers are surprising and have far-reaching implications for those searching for solutions. Part One tells what is happening to the earth's systems and how they are being destroyed. It rewrites the two-million-year history of humanity's tenure on the earth as if we are part of nature and not separate from it, and describes both the earth and the universe as living systems. It paints a global, coherent picture of the devastation to Earth's air, water, forests, and creatures that is not found elsewhere. It reviews assaults on these systems that are not treated adequately, if at all, elsewhere: chemicals; radiation; plastics; detergents; biocides; noise; cars; and guns. Part Two, “Digging below the Surface,” asks why, and enters territory not previously explored by environmentalists. It describes the various ways to make a living on the earth—hunting and gathering, shifting agriculture, nomadic herding, settled agriculture, and industrial technology—as choices, not eras—choices coexisting with one another until today. It rewrites economics. It explores the relationship of warfare, slavery, religion, and human sexuality to the environmental crisis. And it is forced to conclude that these aspects of human culture are not only shaped, but created by the technologies we use; that the use of non-human sources of energy interferes with human psychological development; and that the unfulfilled urges within us explode in the violent technologies that are destroying our planet. The solutions, if it is not too late, therefore lie in wise choice, rather than wise use, of our technologies.
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- 2025
37. The Infrastructure Book : How Cities Work and Power Our Lives
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Sybil Derrible and Sybil Derrible
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- Municipal engineering, Infrastructure (Economics), City planning
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Clean water, paved roads, public transit, electricity and gas, sewers, waste processing, telecommunication, even the Internet – all this infrastructure is what makes cities work and powers our lives, often seamlessly and silently. Virtually everything we do and consume depends on infrastructure. Yet, most people have little to no idea how these systems work. How is water treated? How do cities manage rainwater? Why do traffic jams exist? How is electricity generated and distributed? What happens to trash after it is picked up? How does the Internet work?In The Infrastructure Book, world-renowned urban engineering expert Sybil Derrible reveals the behind-the-scenes machinations of the foundational systems that make our societies function. Visiting sixteen cities around the world and their unique approaches to organizational challenges – from water distribution in Hong Kong to waste management in Tokyo, and from Chicago's power grid to low Earth orbit satellites in space – this highly readable book uses fascinating case studies and historical detours to show how infrastructure works – and, sometimes, doesn't.With large-scale infrastructure repairs looming and the need for existing infrastructure to be transformed, the book also shows how infrastructure can be more sustainable and resilient. After reading The Infrastructure Book, readers will never look at a city the same way.
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- 2025
38. Song of Songs : A Commentary
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Adele Berlin, Peter Machinist, Adele Berlin, and Peter Machinist
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There is no other book in the Bible like the Song of Songs. It is a highly literate collection of love poems, at times intense with erotic desire and at times playful or flirtatious. This commentary draws out the tone of each poem, along with its language and literary qualities, including its metaphors, allusions, and clever use of words.While there are correspondences between the Song and the literatures of Egypt and Mesopotamia, and they are cited in the commentary, the greatest foreign influence on the book comes from Greece. The commentary approaches the Song as a Jewish-Hellenistic work, in the full sense of that hyphenated term. It notes Greek ideas and tropes that appear throughout the book and shows how they have been adjusted and incorporated into Jewish thought and literary forms. The book's Grecisms are dressed in'biblical'idioms and imagery. Going beyond previous studies, this volume emphasizes that the Song's blending together of the Jewish and the Greek is part of its literary virtuosity.
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- 2025
39. Soils and Soil Cultivation
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Frank D Gardner and Frank D Gardner
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This book explores the orderly and systematic approach to Soil biology and chemistry and how plants and soil interact. It also explains Common soil health problems, including analyzing soil's fertility and plant nutrients. This book is designed to meet the needs of students, progressive farmers, researchers and other interested in soils and soil cultivation.
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- 2025
40. Microplastic Pollution : Occurrence, Health Risk and Challenges
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Navish Kataria, Vinod Kumar Garg, Changseok Han, Eldon R. Rene, Navish Kataria, Vinod Kumar Garg, Changseok Han, and Eldon R. Rene
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- Microplastics, Microplastics--Environmental aspects, Microplastics--Health aspects
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This reference book reviews various aspects of microplastics, from their sources and manifestation in terrestrial, aquatic, and air environments to their fate in wastewater treatment systems. It also covers sampling, analysis, and detection methods for microplastics, along with advanced instrumentation for quantification. Further, the book presents health risk analysis and the toxicity of microplastic contamination, including their ecotoxicological impact on the environment and health risks associated with their accumulation in the tropical food chain and food web. The chapters also present studies exploring the health risks associated with microplastic additives and their interactions with other pollutants. The final chapters focus on plastic and microplastics management, exploring advanced technologies for bioplastics production, the biodegradation of plastics and bioplastics, and the role of nanotechnology in plastic management. This book serves as an important source for researchers, policymakers, and environmentalists concerned about the impact of microplastics on ecosystems and human health.
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- 2025
41. A Witch Alone : 13 Moons to Master Natural Magic
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Marian Green and Marian Green
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You don't have to belong to a coven to practice magic. You can connect to the rich and ancient heritage of the solitary witch. With only yourself to rely on, magic becomes an introspective act. Commune with nature on your own and form a deeper, stronger connection with the stars, the sun, and the moon. Learn to heal yourself. Gain peace from stress, and find new ways to cope with the turmoil of modern life. Talk to trees and heal with herbs. Learn how to follow patterns of the stars and the cycles of the sun and moon and see into the future. “Grant yourself the time and space to explore the world of witchcraft with patience and curiosity, following the threads of folk knowledge, mythology, and nature back to our pagan roots. If you can devote yourself to these studies, I promise you this: a lifetime of magic awaits.” —from the foreword by Celeste Larsen, author of Heal the Witch Wound An invaluable guide for the solitary witch, Marian Green's opus, A Witch Alone, is filled with lessons and spells, including information about herbal magic, moon magic, solar cycles, and methods for recovering the “Old Ways” in your daily life. Each chapter examines a different part of the pagan path, including information about herbs, the healing arts, moon magic, and solar cycles. For those intent on walking the witches'road solo, A Witch Alone is the only companion you'll need for the journey.
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- 2025
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