Threshold behaviour in hydrological systems as (human) geo-ecosystems: manifestations, controls, implications

In this paper we review threshold behaviour in environmental systems, which are often associated with the onset of floods, contamination and erosion events, and other degenerative processes. Key objectives of this review are to a) suggest indicators for detecting threshold behavior, b) discuss their...

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Main Authors: M. Sivapalan, E. Zehe
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2009-07-01
Series:Hydrology and Earth System Sciences
Online Access:http://www.hydrol-earth-syst-sci.net/13/1273/2009/hess-13-1273-2009.pdf