Handbook of Vadose Zone Characterization & Monitoring

The information you need to fully understand the principles, advantages, and limitations of available vadose zone monitoring techniques is in this new book. Compiled by experienced practitioners and written in a simple, straightforward style, this handbook covers basic principles of vadose zone hydrology and prevalent monitoring techniques. It also expands and consolidates ASTM documents, EPA manuals, and other texts. And with more than 300 illustrations and tables, and extensive reference lists at the end of each chapter, this guide will be a valuable addition to your collection.

This book is written in a simple, straightforward manner without complicated mathematical derivatives. Compiled by experienced practitioners, this guide covers topics such as basic principles of vadose zone hydrology and prevalent monitoring techniques. Case studies present actual field experiences for the benefit of the reader. The Handbook provides practitioners with the information they need to fully understand the principles, advantages, and limitations of the monitoring techniques that are available.
The Handbook of Vadose Zone Characterization & Monitoring expands and consolidates the useful and succint information contained in various ASTM documents, EPA manuals, and other similar texts on the subject, making it an invaluable aid to new practioners and a useful reference for seasoned veterans in the field.