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The book delves into the intricate dynamics of the West Bengal coast, focusing on the Ganga-Brahmaputra Delta, the world's largest riverine delta. It examines hydrodynamic factors that influence coastal configurations and the physicochemical properties of coastal waters and soils. The impact of severe weather events, such as cyclones and storm surges, on coastal ecosystems is thoroughly analyzed. Additionally, it highlights the ecological richness of the Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and discusses government initiatives for sustainable coastal management and development.
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Coastal Environments of India, Gautam Kumar Das
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- Released
- 2023
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- Subtitle
- A Coastal West Bengal Perspective
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Gautam Kumar Das
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 264
- ISBN13
- 9783031188459
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- The book delves into the intricate dynamics of the West Bengal coast, focusing on the Ganga-Brahmaputra Delta, the world's largest riverine delta. It examines hydrodynamic factors that influence coastal configurations and the physicochemical properties of coastal waters and soils. The impact of severe weather events, such as cyclones and storm surges, on coastal ecosystems is thoroughly analyzed. Additionally, it highlights the ecological richness of the Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and discusses government initiatives for sustainable coastal management and development.