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UNINA9910555142003321 |
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Autore |
Thomas Larry |
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Titolo |
Coal geology / / Larry Thomas |
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United Kingdom : , : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, , 2020 |
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ISBN |
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1-119-42426-7 |
1-119-42412-7 |
1-119-42430-5 |
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Descrizione fisica |
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1 online resource (538 pages) : illustrations |
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Disciplina |
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Soggetti |
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Science: Geology, Science |
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Formato |
Materiale a stampa |
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Livello bibliografico |
Monografia |
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Note generali |
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Nota di bibliografia |
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Includes bibliographical references. |
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"Coal Geology 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. The object of the book is to provide the reader with a with a description of the origins of coal together with the physical and chemical properties of coal and coal petrology before proceeding to cover all areas of coal exploration, production and use. The truly global approach, drawn from the international experiences of the author, recognizes the growing role of coal use in emerging markets. Bridges the gap between academic aspects of coal geology and the practical role of geology in the coal industry Defines worldwide coal resource classifications and methods of calculation Addresses the alternative uses of coal as a source of energy, together with the environmental implications of coal usage"-- |
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