GIS and Geostatistics. GIS applications in Groundwater studies

Scientific Study from the year 2013 in the subject Geography / Earth Science - Physical Georgraphy, Geomorphology, Environmental Studies, grade: Masters and undergraduates, , language: English, comment: Space and time dimension are prerequisite entities which are vital in exploring data. This book provides an impetus to geostatistics and GIS applications in groundwater studies. , abstract: Groundwater is a commodity which is intended to be used judiciously whilst protecting its serenity and sanctity in terms of quality and quantity. Ubiquitous utilization in sectors such as industrial, municipal, commercial, agricultural and residential makes groundwater contaminated and converting it as a vulnerable entity. Population growth is in the forefront to create enhanced water demand due to everlasting shortage of surface water and overweening industrialization. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) initiated a beneficial symbiotic relationship with environmental concerns and natural resources in recent times.