Author : Dougal Dixon
Publisher :
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 17,3 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Geology
ISBN : 9780753703588
This title is a practical field guide to reading the landscape around you and discovering the minerals that comprise it. It includes chapters on minerals, mapping, earth movements, geological sites around the world and much more.
Author : Florian Neukirchen
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 37,48 MB
Release : 2020-02-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 3030343464
This vivid introduction to economic geology not only describes the most important deposit types, but also the processes involved in their formation. Magmatic, hydrothermal and sedimentary processes as well as weathering and alteration are explained in the framework of plate tectonics and the history of the Earth. The chapter about fossil fuels includes unconventional deposits and the much-debated fracking. Other topics covered are exploration, mining and economic aspects like commodity prices.
Author : Greg H. Mack
Publisher :
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 37,28 MB
Release : 1997
Category : History
ISBN :
The geology of southern New Mexico and west Texas represents over a billion years of earth's history. Evidence of events such as explosive eruptions of great volcanoes, uplift and erosion of ancient mountains, and deposition of sediment in subtropical seas is available for those who know how to read the rocks. This guide for non-specialists not only provides the necessary background for comprehension but also a guide to local features. Part I explains the basic principles of geology, including the origin of rocks, geologic time, rock deformation, and plate tectonics. Part II divides the geologic history of the region into eight major events and illustrates both the rock strata produced by each event and the ancient geography of the era. Part III contains twenty-two field trips to view geologic history, mostly in easily accessible natural outcrops. Natives and visitors alike will find that this clearly written and well-illustrated book contributes to a greater appreciation of the unique landscape of the southwest.
Author : Alecia M. Spooner
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 43,82 MB
Release : 2011-07-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 1118021525
Get a rock-solid grasp on geology Geology is the study of the earth's history as well as the physical and chemical processes that continue to shape the earth today. Jobs in the geosciences are expected to increase over the next decade, which will increase geology-related jobs well above average projection for all occupations in the coming years. Geology For Dummies is the most accessible book on the market for anyone who needs to get a handle on the subject, whether you?re looking to supplement classroom learning or are simply interested in earth sciences. Presented in a straightforward, trusted format, it features a thorough introduction to the study of the earth, its materials, and its processes. Tracks to a typical college-level introductory geology course An 8-page color insert includes photos of rocks, minerals, and geologic marvels Covers geological processes; rock records and geologic times; matter, minerals, and rock; and more Geology For Dummies is an excellent classroom supplement for all students who enroll in introductory geology courses, from geology majors to those who choose earth science courses as electives.
Author : Nick Norman
Publisher :
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 19,23 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Geology
ISBN : 9781775841753
Author : Lars W. Johnson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,64 MB
Release : 2021-06-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1507215282
Go on an outdoor treasure hunt and enjoy all nature has to offer with this field guide to rockhounding, perfect for armchair geologists or anyone headed out on an adventure! Geology meets treasure hunting with this field guide to rockhounding! If you’ve ever kept an interesting rock or shell, bought a polished stone from a gift shop, or even just enjoyed a ’gram of a really cool crystal, congratulations! You’ve already experienced a rockhounding adventure! Rockhouding for Beginners shows you how to take your rockhounding to the next level, providing everything you need to know from tips for finding local sources for really cool finds to techniques for safely cleaning, cutting, polishing, and caring for the best samples. Complete with full-color photos to help you identify each rock and mineral wherever you find them, this guide has all the rockhounding information you need whether you’re ready to get down and dirty or simply want to learn more from the comfort of your couch.
Author : Yngvar W. Isachsen
Publisher : New York State Museum
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 22,57 MB
Release : 2000
Category : History
ISBN :
Author : Edgar W. Spencer
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,12 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780983747161
As you travel along the Blue Ridge Parkway or Skyline Drive visiting state and national parks or hike the Appalachian Trail, you will encounter an incredible variety of landscapes and one of the most diverse collections of flora and fauna found in temperate forests anywhere in the world. Full of rich detail, this beautifully illustrated, full-color guide to the region was written and designed for ease of use. Whether you're a first time visitor looking to enjoy and gain an understanding of the Parkway's spectacular views or a geology and nature enthusiast, this guide will be an invaluable companion.--
Author : Robert Phillip Sharp
Publisher : Mountain Press Publishing
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 24,75 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780878422890
Twenty vignettes focus on particular geologic scenes, relationships, and features of southern California's active landscape.
Author : Jocelyn Thornton
Publisher : Penguin Books
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 20,38 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Geology
ISBN : 9780143202592
This is the first field guide written for the general public and beginners in geology in New Zealand. Now fully revised and updated, it shows travellers in New Zealand something of the tremendous variety of our rocks, minerals and fossils and describes what to look for in many areas where rock formations are prominent. It covers the history of New Zealand from its beginnings on the sea floor some 600 million years ago to its present patchwork landscape of volcano, range and plain. This land was formed from many different layers of rock - volcanic flows, forest debris, ocean mud. All these have special characteristics, which are explained and illustrated to enable readers to find the layers and understand their origins and what they can tell us about the landscapes of the past. The crystals that grew in the rocks and the remains of living creatures that were preserved are also illustrated and described. Written in simplified terms, it includes an introductory chapter on general geology, A geological time chart and quick reference maps of the North Island and the South Island for travellers.
