The impact of impervious surfaces on ecohydrology and health in urban ecosystems of Banská Bystrica (Slovakia)
The risks of accelerated runoff and its larger amounts brought by urbanisation include increased flood flows and pollution of downstream ecosystems. One of the most significant permanent effect of urban sprawl is soil sealing, which alters natural infiltration and runoff. In addition to imperviousne...
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Language: | English |
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Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences
2016-03-01
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Series: | Soil and Water Research |
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Online Access: | https://swr.agriculturejournals.cz/artkey/swr-201601-0004_the-impact-of-impervious-surfaces-on-ecohydrology-and-health-in-urban-ecosystems-of-banska-bystrica-slovakia.php |