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This introductory geology text describes geological processes within the framework of plate tectonics, introducing students to the basic concepts in this field. Recent discoveries in marine geology, geochemistry, geophysics and planetary geology are systematically woven into discussions of traditional topics such as geomorphology, sedimentation, petrology, volcanism and structural geology. The book describes the methods and techniques employed by geologists in the field, relating geologic subjects to environmental problems. Learning aids include a separate introduction for each of the book's three parts, a brief abstract preceding each chapter, plus summaries in list form, exercises and bibliographies for each chapter.Product Identifiers
PublisherMacmillan Learning
ISBN-139780716717430
eBay Product ID (ePID)89692637
Product Key Features
Number of Pages656 Pages
Publication NameEarth
LanguageEnglish
SubjectGeology
Publication Year1986
TypeTextbook
AuthorFrank Press, Raymond Siever
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height285 mm
Item Weight1703 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorRaymond Siever, Frank Press