Landscapes on the edge : new horizons for research on Earth's surface /

During geologic spans of time, Earth's shifting tectonic plates, atmosphere, freezing water, thawing ice, flowing rivers and evolving life have shaped Earth's surface features. The resulting hills, mountains, valleys and plains shelter ecosystems that interact with all life and provide a r...

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Bibliographic Details

Corporate Author:	National Research Council (U.S.). Committee on Challenges and Opportunities in Earth Surface Processes
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, [2010]
Subjects:	Landscapes. Earth (Planet) > Surface. Land use. Climatic changes.
Online Access:	View the online version