Land Use Effects on Streamflow and Water Quality in the Northeastern United States The book "Land Use Effects on Streamflow and Water Quality in the Northeastern United States" delves into the intricate relationship between land use practices and their impact on streamflow and water quality in the region. The author, a renowned hydrologist and environmental scientist, examines the various factors that influence this relationship, including deforestation, urbanization, agriculture, and mining. Through a comprehensive analysis of data from numerous field studies, the author reveals the far-reaching consequences of land use decisions on the environment and human society. The book begins by exploring the historical context of land use practices in the northeastern United States, highlighting the significant changes that have taken place over the past few centuries. The author notes how early European settlers cleared forests for agriculture and urban development, leading to a decline in forest cover and an increase in impervious surfaces such as roads and buildings. This altered the natural hydrological cycle, causing more frequent flooding and erosion.

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