Rock Formations and Unusual Geologic Structures
Exploring the Earth's Surface
Jon Erickson(Author)
Facts On File Inc (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 1. June 2001
Book
Hardback
288 pages
978-0-8160-4328-6 (ISBN)
Description
Clearly written and illustrated, this book will appeal to both teachers and students searching for the latest in the study of Earth's more unusual topographical formations and the processes that shape them. The volume explores erosional effects and features, dating methods for specific geologic structures, fossil formation and fossil beds, plate tectonics, volcanic and geologic activities, and more. Illustrated with nearly 200 photographs and line drawings, Rock Formations and Unusual Geologic Structures is a thorough introduction to the changing world beneath our feet.
Reviews / Votes
"...refreshingly clear...will entertain the reader with the wonders of the rock world, and will enhance an understanding of the natural environment...Recommended for all audiences, from high school upward." - CHOICE"More details
Series
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
165 photographs, 32 line drawings
Dimensions
Height: 241 mm
Width: 190 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
839 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8160-4328-6 (9780816043286)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Book
06/1993
Facts On File Inc
€38.51
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Content
The Earth's Crust * Erosion and Sedimentation * Faults * Glacial Terrain * Caves and Caverns * Canyons, Valleys, and Basins