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• Machine generated contents note: 1.1. Introduction
• 1.2. Mining: The Historical Perspective
• 1.3. River Sand Mining: Environmental Issues
• 1.4. Sand: Ecological Values and Uses
• 1.5. Origin of Sand
• 1.6. Scope of the Present Study
• References
• 2.1. Introduction
• 2.2. River Ecosystem
• 2.3. Geological Work of Rivers
• 2.4. River Sediments and Channel Processes
• 2.5. River Classification
• 2.6. Concepts in Riverine Studies
• 2.6.1. River Continuum Concept
• 2.6.2. Nutrient Spiraling Concept
• 2.6.3. Flood Pulse Concept
• 2.7. Human Interventions
• References
• 3.1. Introduction
• 3.2. Types of Alluvial Sand Extraction

• 3.2.1. Instream Mining
• 3.2.2. Floodplain Mining
• 3.2.3. Terrace Mining
• 3.3. Methods of Sand Extraction
• 3.3.1. Active Channels
• 3.3.2. Floodplains and Terraces
• 3.4. Manual and Mechanical Mining
• References
• 4.1. Introduction
• 4.2. Changes in Bed Forms
• 4.3. Changes in Sediment Characteristics
• 4.4. Changes in Water Quality and Quantity
• 4.5. Changes in Biological Environment
• 4.6. Changes in Socioeconomic Environment
• 4.7. Vegetation Effects
• 4.8. Damage to Infrastructure Facilities
• 4.9. Flood Plain Pits Capturing
• 4.10. Impacts of River Sand Mining on Coastal Marine Environment
• References
• 5.1. Introduction
• 5.2. Arizona and California
• 5.3. Italy
• 5.4. Kenya
• 5.5. Jamaica and Costa Rica
• 5.6. Malaysia
• 5.7. China
• 5.8. Sri Lanka
• 5.9. Nepal
• 5.10. Maldives
• 5.11. India
• 5.12. Summary
• References
• 6.1. Introduction
• 6.2. Manimala River
• 6.2.1. Instream Sand Mining
• 6.2.2. Floodplain Sand Mining
• 6.2.3. Channel Incision
• 6.3. Periyar River
• 6.3.1. Sand Mining from Periyar River
• 6.3.2. Channel Incision
• 6.4. Drivers of Change
• 6.5. Environmental Implications of Sand Mining
• References
• 7.1. Introduction
• 7.2. Environmental Impact Assessment
• 7.3. General Methodologies of EIA: An Overview
• 7.3.1. Ad hoc Method
• 7.3.2. Checklist Method
• 7.3.3. Matrix Method
• 7.3.4. Networks
• 7.3.5. Overlays
• 7.3.6. Simulation and Modeling Workshop
• 7.3.7. Rapid Impact Assessment Matrix
• 7.4. Methodology Adopted
• 7.5. EIA of Sand and Gravel Mining
• 7.5.1. Impact Assessment Using Matrix Method
• 7.5.2. Rapid Impact Assessment Matrix
• 7.5.3. Physical and Chemical Components
• 7.5.4. Biological Components
• 7.5.5. Social Components
• 7.6. Discussion
• References
• 8.1. Introduction
• 8.2. Environmental Laws Pertaining to Sand Mining
• 8.3. Purpose of the Guidelines
• 8.4. Framework for Action
• 8.5. Importance of Channel Maintenance Processes
• 8.6. Management Options and Extraction Control Measures
• 8.7. Restoration and River Management
• 8.8. Management Plan
• 8.8.1. Instream Mining
• 8.8.2. Floodplain Mining
• 8.9. General Guidelines
• References
• 9.1. Introduction
• 9.2. River Sand Auditing
• 9.3. Methodology
• 9.3.1. Resource Estimation
• 9.3.2. Resource Allocation
• 9.3.3. Performance Evaluation/Sand Resource Accounting
• 9.3.4. Estimation of Unauthorized Sand Mining: An Example
• References
• 10.1. Introduction
• 10.2. Sand: The Fine Aggregate
• 10.3. Usefulness of Aggregates
• 10.4. Aggregates for Constructions
• 10.5. Fine Aggregate for Making Concrete
• 10.5.1. Sand for Mortars and Plasters
• 10.5.2. Sand for Filling
• 10.6. Storing and Handling of Aggregates
• 10.7. Aggregate Resource Protection
• References
• 11.1. Introduction
• 11.2. Sand: River Sources
• 11.3. Non-river Sources
• 11.3.1. Dune Sands
• 11.3.2. Glacial Outwash Sand
• 11.3.3. Sand in Lakes and Backwaters
• 11.3.4. Beach Sands
• 11.3.5. Reservoir Sand
• 11.3.6. Marine Sand
• 11.4. Sand: Artificial
• 11.4.1. Crushed Rock Sand (Manufactured Sand)
• 11.4.2. Secondary Sand
• 11.5. Conservation of Sand
• References.

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Author/Creator:

Padmalal, D. , author

Contributors:

Maya, K. , author

Languages:

English

Language Notes:

Item content: English

Main Work:

Sand mining: environmental impacts and selected case studies [by Padmalal, D.]

Related Series:

Environmental science and engineering (Springer (Firm))

Subjects:

Sand and gravel mines and mining — Environmental aspects

Stream ecology

Sand and gravel mines and mining — Environmental aspects — India

General Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on July 25, 2014).

Physical Description:

1 online resource.

Call Numbers:

TD195.S3 P33 2014eb

ISBNs:

9789401791441 (electronic bk.)
9401791449 (electronic bk.)
9789401791434 [Invalid]

Other Standard Numbers:

10.1007/978-94-017-9144-1 (source: None)

OCLC Numbers:

881713546

Other Control Numbers:

EBC1783796 (source: MiAaPQ)
[Unknown Type]: ybp11954803