Earth : An Introduction to Physical Geology

by Tarbuck, Edward J.; Lutgens, Frederick K.; Tasa, Dennis

• ISBN13: 9780131566842
• ISBN10: 0131566849
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

To understand timely issues such as natural disasters and environmental challengesand to evaluate solutions to related problemsthe average citizen needs a basic awareness of the scientific principles that influence our planet. This trusted book makes an often-complex subject accessible to readers with a strong focus on readability and illustrations.Offers a meaningful, non-technical survey that is informative and up to date for learning basic principles and concepts. Includes a revised and expanded GEODe Earth CD-ROM. Updates and revises art and illustrations to include dozens of new high-quality, photographs carefully selected to aid understanding and add realism. Provides a wealth of new special-interest boxes, including "Earth as a System," "People and the Environment," and "Understanding Earth."A useful reference for anyone interested in learning more about Earth's geology.

Table of Contents

An Introduction to Geology

Matter and Minerals

Igneous Rocks

Volcanic and Plutonic Activity

Weathering and Soil

Sedimentary Rocks

Metamorphics Rocks

Geologic Time

Mass Wasting

Running Water

Groundwater

Glaciers and Glaciation

Deserts and Winds

Shorelines

Crustal Deformation

Earthquakes

Earth's Interior

The Ocean Floor and Sea Floor Spreading

Plate Tectonics

Mountain Building and the Evolution of Continents

Energy and Mineral Resources

Planetary Geology

Metric and English Units Compared

Common Minerals of Earth's Crust

Topographic Maps

Landforms of the Conterminous United States

Glossary

Index

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