The Physical Geography of Georgia / edited by Nana Bolashvili, Vazha Neidze.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Bolašvili, Nana, editor.

Neiże, Važa, editor.

Series:

Geography of the Physical Environment, 2366-8873

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Physical geography.

Geology.

Human ecology--Study and teaching.

Human ecology.

Natural disasters.

Physical Geography.

Environmental Studies.

Natural Hazards.

Local Subjects:

Physical Geography.

Geology.

Environmental Studies.

Natural Hazards.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (229 pages)

Edition:

1st ed. 2022.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2022.

Summary:

This book is one of the first books in English to give a comprehensive and detailed overview of the complete physical geography of Georgia. It discusses natural and environmental conditions, geology, hydrology, geomorphology, landscapes, and resources and elaborates issues of environmental protection, natural hazards, resource potentials, tourism and many other topics of this multifaceted country. This volume will appeal to researchers, educators and students in the fields of natural and environmental sciences, geography, geology, regional studies and related areas.

Contents:

1. Location, Territory, Boundaries

2. Geology

3. Hydrogeology and Mineral Waters

4. Mineral Resources

5. Relief

6. Karst

7. Natural Disasters (mudflow, landslide, ets.)

8. Climate

9. Black Sea

10. Inland Waters

11. Glaciers

12. Soils

13. Flora

14. Fauna

15. Landscapes

16. Tourism and Recreation

17. Protected Areas and Remarkable Features of Inorganic Nature

18. Environment Protection.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Other Format:

Print version: Bolashvili, Nana The Physical Geography of Georgia

ISBN:

3-030-90753-8