Exercises in Physical Geology

by Hamblin, W. Kenneth; Howard, James D.

• ISBN13: 9780130620903
• ISBN10: 0130620904
• Edition: 11th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-01-01
• Publisher: Pearson College Div

Summary

A top-seller for over 35 years with over one million copies sold, this lab manual represents by far the best collection of photos of rocks and mineralsand one of the best compilations of exercisesavailable. Provides exercises using maps, aerial photos, satellite imagery, and other materials. Encompasses all the major geologic processes as well as the identification of rocks and minerals. Features new maps and exciting images in every section of the manual. Expands all introductory discussion sections to provide a more comprehensive foundation. Offers an unrivaled collection of photographs, maps, and illustrations. Is published in anoversize book trim size to provide space for larger illustrations, maps, and photographs. A useful self-study tool for anyone interested in learning more about geology.

Table of Contents

1. Minerals and Crystal Growth.
2. Mineral Identification.
3. Igneous Rocks.
4. Sedimentary Rocks.
5. Metamorphic Rocks.
6. Geologic Time—Relative Dating.
7. Maps and Aerial Photos.
8. Landforms of the United States.
9. Stream Erosion and Deposition.
10. Mass Movement.
11. Groundwater.
12. Valley Glaciation.
13. Continental Glaciation.
14. Shoreline Processes.
15. Eolian Processes.
16. Structural Geology.
17. Seismology.
18. Plate Tectonics.
19. Divergent Plate Boundaries.
20. Transform Plate Boundaries.
21. Convergent Boundaries.
22. Plumes and Hotspots.
23. Planetary Geology.