Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology, Global Edition
12th Edition
Published on 31. October 2016
Book
Paperback/Softback
816 pages
978-1-292-16183-9 (ISBN)
Description
For all introductory physical geology courses.
Learning Objective-driven textbook, using augmented reality to bring geology to life
With its strong readability and engaging, instructive illustrations, this trusted bestseller returns with a hybrid and streamlined focus on core principles. Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology maintains a learning objective-driven approach throughout each chapter: The text provides students with a structured learning path, tied to learning objectives with opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding at the end of each section. The authors' emphasis on currency and relevance includes the latest thinking in the field, particularly in the dynamic area of plate tectonics.
Learning Objective-driven textbook, using augmented reality to bring geology to life
With its strong readability and engaging, instructive illustrations, this trusted bestseller returns with a hybrid and streamlined focus on core principles. Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology maintains a learning objective-driven approach throughout each chapter: The text provides students with a structured learning path, tied to learning objectives with opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding at the end of each section. The authors' emphasis on currency and relevance includes the latest thinking in the field, particularly in the dynamic area of plate tectonics.
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Edition
12th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Harlow
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 274 mm
Width: 244 mm
Thickness: 30 mm
Weight
1875 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-292-16183-9 (9781292161839)
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Content
1. An Introduction to Geology
2. Plate Tectonics: A Scientific Revolution Unfolds
3. Matter and Minerals
4. Magma, Igneous Rocks, and Intrusive Activity
5. Volcanoes and Volcanic Hazards
6. Weathering and Soil
7. Sedimentary Rocks
8. Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks
9. Geologic Time
10. Crustal Deformation
11. Earthquakes and Earthquake Hazards
12. Earth's Interior
13. Divergent Boundaries: Origin and Evolution of the Ocean Floor
14. Convergent Boundaries: Origin of Mountains
15. Mass Wasting: The Work of Gravity
16. Running Water
17. Groundwater
18. Glaciers and Glaciation
19. Deserts and Winds
20. Shorelines
21. Global Climate Change
22. Earth's Evolution Through Geologic Time
23. Energy and Mineral Resources
24. Touring Our Solar System
Appendix A: Metric and English Units Compared
2. Plate Tectonics: A Scientific Revolution Unfolds
3. Matter and Minerals
4. Magma, Igneous Rocks, and Intrusive Activity
5. Volcanoes and Volcanic Hazards
6. Weathering and Soil
7. Sedimentary Rocks
8. Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks
9. Geologic Time
10. Crustal Deformation
11. Earthquakes and Earthquake Hazards
12. Earth's Interior
13. Divergent Boundaries: Origin and Evolution of the Ocean Floor
14. Convergent Boundaries: Origin of Mountains
15. Mass Wasting: The Work of Gravity
16. Running Water
17. Groundwater
18. Glaciers and Glaciation
19. Deserts and Winds
20. Shorelines
21. Global Climate Change
22. Earth's Evolution Through Geologic Time
23. Energy and Mineral Resources
24. Touring Our Solar System
Appendix A: Metric and English Units Compared