Coal Geology

Coal Geology

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Book Description
Coal Geology provides a complete integrated handbook on coal and all its properties, covering the physical and chemical properties of coal as well as coal petrology. It describes the age and occurence of coal; coal sampling and analysis; coal exploration; geophysics and hydrogeology of coal and coal mining techniques. It also discusses environmental concerns and computer technology, and includes an update on global coal reserves and production figures.

First reference book to cover all aspects of coal geology in one volume
Includes current thinking on environmental issues
Presents a useful synopsis of the alternative uses of coal as a fuel
Contains the distribution and reserves of coal deposits worldwide
Offers a summary of the use of computing in coal studies, as well as coal sales and marketing opportunities
Includes International Standards listings

This up-to-date handbook successfully bridges the gap between academic aspects of coal geology and the practical role of geology in the coal industry and will be invaluable for all professionals and students in coal geology, geotechnical and mining engineering, and environmental science.

 

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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. Suitable for mining geologists, developers and other professionals working in the coal industry.

Coal Geology

Coal Geology,Larry Thomas,John Wiley & Sons,0471485314,Coal,Earth Sciences - Geology,Geology,Natural Resources,Science,Science/Mathematics,Mining geology,Science / Geology

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