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Introduction to the Geology of Southern California and Its Native Plants by Clarence A. Hall Jr. and Clarence A. Hall (2007, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherUniversity of California Press
ISBN-100520249321
ISBN-139780520249325
eBay Product ID (ePID)154354562
Product Key Features
Number of Pages512 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameIntroduction to the Geology of Southern California and Its Native Plants
SubjectPlants / General, Earth Sciences / Geology
Publication Year2007
TypeTextbook
AuthorClarence A. Hall Jr., Clarence A. Hall
Subject AreaNature, Science
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.2 in
Item Weight64.1 Oz
Item Length1.1 in
Item Width0.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2006-037614
Dewey Edition22
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal557.94/9
Table Of ContentAcknowledgment s PART ONE: INTRODUCTION PART TWO: THE EARTH AND GEOLOGIC TIME PART THREE: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THROUGH GEOLOGIC TIME PART FOUR: GEOLOGY AND BOTANY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S GEOMORPHIC PROVINCES PART FIVE: BOTANY AND PLANT FAMILIES Botanical Glossary Main Glossary S uggested Readings in Natural History References Cited Species Index Main Index
SynopsisWith its active fault systems, complex landforms, and myriad natural habitats, southern California boasts a rich and dynamic geologic environment. This abundantly illustrated volume at last provides an up-to-date, authoritative, and accessible resource for students and general readers interested in southern California's geology and native plants. Covering an extensive area, north from San Diego to Yosemite in the Sierra Nevada and east to the Mojave and Colorado deserts, its unique, comprehensive approach brings together for the first time the basic principles of geology, the story of plate tectonics, in-depth discussion of the geology of many specific locales within the region, and information on identifying southern California's native plants., With it active fault systems, complex landforms, and myriad natural habitats, southern California boasts a rich and dynamic geologic environment. This abundantly illustrated volume at last provides an up-to-date, authoritative, and accessible resource for students and general readers interested in southern California's geology and native plants. Covering an extensive area, north from San Diego to Yosemite in the Sierra Nevada and east to the Mojave and Colorado deserts, its unique, comprehensive approach brings together for the first time the basic principals of geology, the story of plate tectonics, in-depth discussion of the geology of many specific locales within the region, and information on identifying southern California's native plants. Geology of Southern Californiacovers: * General geologic concepts and historical geology * Focused discussions of areas including the Peninsular Ranges, Colorado and Mojave deserts, Death Valley, Eastern Sierra Nevada, Transverse and Southern Coast ranges, San Joaquin Valley, and the Yosemite region of the Sierra Nevada * Southern California's common native plant families, wildflowers, shrubs, and trees
LC Classification NumberQE89.H345 2007
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- 04 Mar, 2021
Great book for those new to geology.
Very interesting book. I’m going to have to spend some time pouring through this one. Very informative.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Mar, 2021
Great book
Very detailed & interesting. I was happily pleased to receive a new book. It was VERY well packaged.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
