Advances in Global Change Research: Methods and Their Application for Hazard and Risk Assessment

Schneuwly-Bollschweiler, Michelle; Stoffel, Markus; Rudolf-Miklau, Florian

This book provides a detailed overview on methods used for the dating of past torrential activity on fans and cones and fosters the discussion on the impact of past and potential future climate change on torrential processes. The book has a clear focus on the practical applications of these methods, complemented by case studies. The limits of each dating method in case of excessive natural and human interventions on fans and cones are shown.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2014-08-09

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9789400799868

DOI: 10.1007/978-94-007-4336-6

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 424