Hydrological indicators of desertification in the Heihe River Basin of arid Northwest China

Article Abstract:

The Heihe River Basin is a typical bigger inland river basin in the arid zone of Northwestern China but the changes in hydrological status and the degradation of vegetation have promoted land desertification and soil salinization in the entire middle and lower reaches of Heihe River Basin. The hydrological indicators of desertification in the Heihe River Basin are determined in both surface and ground water.

Science & research, Watersheds, Desertification, Arid regions ecology, Vegetation management, Hydrological research

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Forest change: hydrological effects in the Upper Yangtze River valley

Article Abstract:

Research on forest ecology in the Yangtze River region is presented. Findings include the benefits of reforestation on the region, such as a higher water conservation index, improved watershed runoff coefficients, a stabilization of low flow rates and reduced erosion.

Statistical Data Included, Forest ecology, Yangtze River, Reforestation, Yangtze River region

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Modelling hydrological responses to land use and climate change: a southern African perspective

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Hydrological issues concerning southern Africa are researched and discussed. Questions are raised about land use factors and other issues, as well as day-to-day existence in the area.

Africa, Natural resources, Hydrologic cycle, Water cycle

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