ISBN: 0471152315 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 3 Author(s): George H. Davis, Stephen J. Reynolds, Charles F. Kluth Publisher: Wiley Number of Pages: 839
Relates the physical and geometric elegance of geologic structures within the Earth's crust and the ways in which these structures reflect the nature and origin of crystal deformation through time The main thrust is on applications in regional tectonics exploration geology active tectonics and geohydrology Techniques experiments and calculations are described in detail with the purpose of offering active participation and discovery through laboratory and field work
Geology of the Pacific Northwest: Investigate How the Earth Was Formed with 15 Projects (Build It Yourself series)
ISBN: 1936313383 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Cynthia Light Brown Publisher: Nomad Press Number of Pages: 128
Venturing through two of the most diverse and fascinating regions of North America these activity books combine the subjects of geology and physical geography while making them captivating and fun With a different approach this series reveals the underlying processes for kids explaining each regions evolution and illustrating the different forces of nature that have changed the continent over time The lush forests of the Pacific Northwest the dry and arid deserts of the Southwest and even the volcanoes and rainforests of Hawaii are all explored in detail as the chapters chronicle the effects of plate tectonics; landforms such as mountains plateaus and canyons; and the elements of climates and ecosystems A plethora of hands-on projects ensure the learning process is both engaging and entertaining including making a swamp cooler creating a rift zone building a seismograph constructing basalt columns and water wheels to harness the power of a river fashioning moving tectonic plates and even mimicking natures process of carving an arch
Dictionary of Geological Terms: Third Edition (Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones)
ISBN: 0385181019 Binding: Paperback Edition: 3 Author(s): N/A Publisher: Anchor Number of Pages: 576
From Aa toZweikanter this popular dictionary has now been revised and updated This edition includes over 1000 new terms plus:
-accurate definitions without technical jargon
-many word origins
-hyphenation and pronunciation guide
-commonly used abbreviations
-a geologic time and life chart
The definitions in this book are drawn largely from the autoritative 36000-term Glossary Of Geology to which nearly 150 specialists from all fields of the geosciences contributed Both the Glossary and this Dictionary were prepared as a service of the American Geological Institute a federation of geoscience societies united to provide information to the science community and the public
ISBN: 0789497603 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1st Author(s): DK Publishing Publisher: DK CHILDREN Number of Pages: 48
Eye Wonder Rocks and Minerals introduces geologic elements to budding scientists -- Did you know that the amount of gold in any material is measured in carats and that 24-carat gold is pure gold Find out facts like this and much more in this fascinating guide to rocks and minerals
3-D Structural Geology: A Practical Guide to Quantitative Surface and Subsurface Map Interpretation
ISBN: 3540310541 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 2nd Author(s): Richard H. Groshong Publisher: Springer Number of Pages: 416
The book includes new material in particular examples of 3-D models and techniques for using kinematic models to predict fault and ramp-anticline geometry The book is geared toward the professional user concerned about the accuracy of an interpretation and the speed with which it can be obtained from incomplete data Numerous analytical solutions are given that can be easily implemented with a pocket calculator or a spreadsheet
ISBN: 0465006841 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Marcia Bjornerud Publisher: Basic Books Number of Pages: 256
To many of us the Earths crust is a relic of ancient unknowable history But to a geologist stones are richly illustrated narratives telling gothic tales of cataclysm and reincarnation For more than four billion years in beach sand granite and garnet schists the planet has kept a rich and idiosyncratic journal of its past Fulbright Scholar Marcia Bjornerud takes the reader along on an eye-opening tour of Deep Time explaining in elegant prose what we see and feel beneath our feet Both scientist and storyteller Bjornerud uses anecdotes and metaphors to remind us that our home is a living thing with lessons to teach Containing a glossary and detailed timescale as well as vivid descriptions and historic accounts Reading the Rocks is literally a history of the world for all friends of the Earth
ISBN: 1577664957 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): John M. Guilbert, Charles Frederick Park Publisher: Waveland Press, Inc. Number of Pages: 985
Modern civilization's dependence upon an increasing volume and diversity of minerals makes the search for new ore deposits ever more difficult Now available from Waveland Press Guilbert & Park's text presents ideas principles and data fundamental for beginning economic geologists to understand the genesis and localization of ore deposits and of the minerals associated with them The authors comprehensively describe the physical and chemical characteristics of ore deposits and correlate them with environments and conditions of deposition since ore deposits are best interpreted as extensions of the environments responsible for their enclosing rocks Examples and illustrations emphasize structural chemical and temporal controls and encourage the three-dimensional thinking used by productive explorationists as they face unsolved problems This upper-level undergraduate text is fully illustrated and meticulously indexed Its reliable authoritative coverage assumes an upper-level command of chemistry and physics as well as mineralogy petrology and structural geology Outstanding features include: 1) develops and combines the abilities of the explorationist and of the researcher of ore-forming processes; 2) structures the geologic descriptions into groupings recognized by researches and explorers alike; 3) builds confidence revitalizes curiosity and encourages expanded thinking; 4) emphasizes that the days of "easy" discovery of outcropping ores are not over; and 5) includes revised expanded and updated descriptions of districts
The Religion of Geology and Its Connected Sciences
ISBN: Binding: Kindle Edition Edition: Author(s): Edward Hitchcock Publisher: Number of Pages:
This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers You may find it for free on the web Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery
ISBN: 0374518734 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1st Author(s): John McPhee Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux Number of Pages: 712
The Pulitzer Prize-winning view of the continent across the fortieth parallel and down through 46 billion years
Twenty years ago when John McPhee began his journeys back and forth across the United States he planned to describe a cross section of North America at about the fortieth parallel and in the process come to an understanding not only of the science but of the style of the geologists he traveled with The structure of the book never changed but its breadth caused him to complete it in stages under the overall title Annals of the Former World
Like the terrain it covers Annals of the Former World tells a multilayered tale and the reader may choose one of many paths through it As clearly and succinctly written as it is profoundly informed this is our finest popular survey of geology and a masterpiece of modern nonfictionAnnals of the Former World is the winner of the 1999 Pulitzer Prize for Nonfiction
A Field Manual for the Amateur Geologist: Tools and Activities for Exploring Our Planet
ISBN: 047104430X Binding: Paperback Edition: Revised Edition Author(s): Alan M. Cvancara Publisher: Jossey-Bass Number of Pages: 352
Praise for the first edition
"A must-have volume for rock and fossil collectors naturalists and travelers ideal for the nature enthusiast with little or no background in geology" -Earth "Cvancara's Field Manual is the book for which I have been waiting for many years"
This fascinating guide is an important resource you'll want to have with you on any outdoor vacation nature walk or rock hunting expedition A Field Manual for the Amateur Geologist not only describes the science of geology but also shows you how to do geology in the field This book introduces the geologist's core concepts tools and techniques and requires no prior training in geology Beginners will learn to identify landforms minerals rocks and fossils and experience firsthand all the excitement of geological discovery More experienced "rockhounds" will find a wealth of useful information as well including: Easy-to-use mineral keys and landform keys Unique chapters on the geologist's approach exploring the geology of North American national parks sleuthing stones and prospecting for gold Over 200 photographs and drawings Lists of geological museums geological surveys and other resources
Whether you are an amateur geologist fossil hunter naturalist or simply a traveler with an inquiring mind this handy field manual is sure to become a constant companion on your explorations of our planet
