Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Part 1: Introduction to Appalachian Coalfield Landscape and Resources.- Appalachian coalfield landscapes, ecosystems, and economy.- Geology and mineral resources.- Coal Mining and Reclamation in Appalachia.- Part 2: Land.- Landscape Alteration.- Mine soils.- Hydrology.- Terrestrial plant communities.- Terrestrial wildlife.- Management options for mining-affected landscapes.- Underground mining.- Part 3: Water.- Acid drainage: Origins, effects, and treatment.- Other water contaminants.- Aquatic biota and response to mining.- Part 4: Human Ecology of Appalachian Mined Landscapes.- Cultural & Economic issues.- Human Health.- Concluding Chapter: Synthesis.