Physical Geology

Name: Physical Geology
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ISBN: 9780073376677

ISBN-10: 0073376671

ISBN-13: 9780073376677

Edition: 8th 2009

Authors: Diane Carlson, Charles Plummer, David McGeary

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Physical Geology: Earth Revealedis appropriate for introductory physical geology classes. This text, which includes the same information as the market-leadingPhysical Geology- 12th edition, by Plummer/Carlson, is for the instructor who prefers to cover plate tectonics early in the course. ..The eighth edition has been updated to include the most current information from the various sub-disciplines that comprise physical geology. The book?s purpose is to clearly present geologic processes so that students can understand the logic of scientific methods. This text features an outstanding art program and a proven, accessible writing style. ..This text continues to be used as the official…

Book details

List price: $135.00
Edition: 8th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
Publication date: 9/3/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 672
Size: 8.75" wide x 10.50" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 3.146
Language: English

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Introducing Geology, the Essentials of Plate Tectonics, and Other Important Concepts



Earth’s Interior and Geophysical Properties



The Sea Floor



Plate Tectonics



Mountain Belts and the Continental Crust



Geologic Structures



Earthquakes



Time and Geology



Atoms, Elements, and Minerals



Volcanism and Extrusive Rocks



Igneous Rocks, Intrusive Activity, and the Origin of Igneous Rocks



Weathering and Soil



Mass Wasting



Sediment and Sedimentary Rocks



Metamorphism, Metamorphic Rocks, and Hydrothermal Rocks



Streams and Floods



Ground Water



Deserts and Wind Action



Glaciers and Glaciation



Waves, Beaches, and Coasts



Geologic Resources



The Earth’s Companions


Appendices A-G


Glossary


Index