Thermal springs and geothermal energy in the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau and the surroundings

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This book introduces readers to the rich and varied thermal springs of the Tibetan Plateau, which is steadily rising due to the collision of two continental plates. Readers will discover a wealth of information on boiling springs and hot springs, including their location and elevation, temperature, geological characteristics, and water chemical data, as well as tables on warm and tepid springs. Shedding new light on this vital supplement to hydroelectric resources in remote southwest China, the book will appeal to a broad relationship, from experts researching the Tibetan Plateau to companies specializing in geothermal exploration. Read more... Abstract: This book introduces readers to the rich and varied thermal springs of the Tibetan Plateau, which is steadily rising due to the collision of two continental plates. Read more... Front Matter....Pages i-xii Classification of Thermal Springs....Pages 1-4 Thermal Springs in China....Pages 5-11 Geological Setting....Pages 13-22 General Survey of Thermal Springs of Qingzang Plateau and Its Surrounding Areas....Pages 23-38 Boiling Springs in the Southwest China....Pages 39-77 Hot Springs in Southwestern China....Pages 79-163 Warm Springs and Tepid Springs in the Southwest China....Pages 165-210 Hydrothermal Convection Systems and Geothermal Energy in the Southwest China....Pages 211-262 Hot Dry Rock Geothermal Resources in Southwestern China....Pages 263-271 The Future of Geothermal Energy in Qingzang Plateau....Pages 273-288 Back Matter....Pages 289-313