This revised textbook summarizes the latest research into geochemical processes in marine sediments. It provides a complete representation of the subject and includes the most recent findings following the considerable research into the subject carried out since 1980. A new chapter describes properties, occurrence and formation of gas hydrates in marine sediments. The topics covered include the examination of sedimentological and physical properties of the sedimentary solid phase. The textbook ends with a chapter on model conceptions and computer models to quantify processes of early diagenesis. The book will benefit students and scientists at universities and marine research institutes.

From the reviews of the second edition:

"This volume will provide a high-level reference book in marine geochemistry for post-graduates and post-doctoral researchers in the earth sciences. ? In summary, this book provides a broad coverage of marine-sediment (bio)geochemistry. It is clearly written and well illustrated, with excellent diagrams and graphs. The quality of photographs, figures and layout is high. The price is affordable for students. ? I recommend it to all those entering this field at the M.Sc level or higher." (Vesselin Dekov, Journal of Sedimentary Research, August, 2007)