Oregon Geology

Name: Oregon Geology
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ISBN: 9780870716812

ISBN-10: 0870716816

ISBN-13: 9780870716812

Edition: 6th 2012

Authors: Elizabeth L. Orr, William N. Orr

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Because Oregon sits on the leading edge of a moving crustal plate, a striking diversity of geologic events have molded its topography. Over a century of study, a deeper understanding of the region’s tectonic overprint has emerged. In this timely update to the 2000 edition, Elizabeth and William Orr incorporate that new knowledge, addressing current environmental problems and detailing tectonic hazards. “Caught between converging crustal plates,” the Orrs write, “the Pacific Northwest faces a future of massive earthquakes and tsunamis.”A comprehensive treatment of the state’s geologic history,Oregon Geologymoves through Oregon’s regions to closely examine the unique geologic features of…

Book details

List price: $24.95
Edition: 6th
Copyright year: 2012
Publisher: Oregon State University Press
Publication date: 11/1/2012
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 304
Size: 8.50" wide x 11.00" long x 0.85" tall
Weight: 1.892
Language: English



Preface


Introduction: Life on the Edge


Blue Mountains


Klamath Mountains


Basin and Range


Owyhee Plateau


High Lava Plains


Deschutes-Umatilla Plateau


Cascade Mountains


Willamette Valley


Coast Range & Continental Margin


References


Index