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For the wide audience of scientists who need the dirt on dirt a subject fundamentally important to the future of this planet as extreme forms of soil degradation take their toll on arable land this hefty, comprehensive reference is the fruit of the efforts of some 400 contributing experts under the leadership of editor Rattan Lal (school of natural resources, The Ohio State U.). Alphabetically arranged in-depth entries, from acid mine drainage, to world reference base for soil resources , address all aspects of the subject related to agricultural, environmental, industrial, and cultural components and processes. Coverage includes all branches of the field, including pedology, mineralogy, physics, soil mechanics, hydrology, chemistry, biology, ecology, fertilizer and nutrient management, erosion control, and management of soil organic matter. Entries are not cross referenced, but a thorough subject index provides access. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)