Geological Collections (Classic Reprint): Dynamical Geology and Petrography: Dynamical Geology and Petrography (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore how the earth’s forces shape rocks and land, from the moon to mountain tops. This guide presents dynamical geology and petrography as they come alive in a museum collection, linking big ideas to real specimens and vivid displays.
This edition focuses on the forces now at work on the earth’s surface and the rocks they form. It also explains how rocks are put together, and how the history of our planet is read through minerals, fossils, and structures. You’ll see how labels and numbers connect shelves, text, and specimens, making it easier to follow the story of the earth.
- Understand the three big branches of geology: dynamical, structural, and historical, and how they fit together.
- Learn how astronomical relations, oceans, atmosphere, and earthquakes illuminate the earth’s past and present.
- See how rocks like limestone, dolomite, gypsum, and coal are formed, and how their textures tell a story.
- Discover how topography, uplift, erosion, and river systems reveal the history of landscapes.
Ideal for readers new to geology and curious museum visitors, this edition helps you connect everyday rocks to the deep forces that shape our world.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a unique study guide to the Vestibule and Room B geological collections housed at the museum of the Boston Society of Natural History, offering practical assistance to students and visitors alike. The guide is split into three sections: Dynamical Geology, Structural Geology and Historical Geology. This section concentrates on the first topic, explaining the processes that shape the Earth over time. It examines the subterranean forces that cause earthquakes and volcanoes, and the surface processes driven by wind and water. The guidebook also discusses the formation of mountains, coal, iron ore, and limestone. The book provides historical context on the development of geological thought, including the contributions of notable geologists and paleontologists. The author demonstrates the interconnectedness of the various geological processes and their profound impact on the Earth's history and development, making this book an invaluable resource for those seeking to enhance their understanding of the field. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330292549_0
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