Excerpt from Geologic Guide to the Merced Canyon and Yosemite Valley, California: With Road Logs From Hayward Through Yosemite Valley, Via Tracy, Patterson, Turlock and Merced Falls
In performance Of its function as the State's public information bureau on geology, mineral resources, and mineral industries, the Division of Mines and Geology assists the petroleum industry, responsible for two-thirds of California's annual mineral production, in the general area of exploration. This it does by detailed geologic mapping of selected areas and by reconnaissance Of large areas on the 1: scale, and by publication Of several series Of geologic maps and reports, many Of which are useful to petroleum exploration. These are: Mineral In formation Service, a semi-popular monthly pamphlet; Annual Report of the State Geologist, Chief of the Division of Mines and Geology; the Bulletin series, on the geology and mineral resources of quadrangles, geo logic guides to significant regions, or on statewide com modity surveys; the Special Report series on shorter or more localized subjects; the new County Report series on the mines, mineral resources, and geology Of counties; and the State Geologic Map, issued as colored, litho graphed, - scale geologic map sheets, each 1 degree in latitude by 2 degrees in longitude.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book guides geologists and other visitors through the scenic beauty of the Yosemite Valley region in California. It is a helpful companion for a deeper understanding of the geological forces that shaped this breathtaking landscape. It presents a comprehensive overview of the geology, geomorphology, soils, and the history of the Yosemite Valley region. The author, an expert in the field, discusses the relationships between the valley's landforms and the underlying rock formations. This book not only provides a glimpse into the natural wonders of Yosemite but also highlights the interplay between geological processes and the evolution of the region's landscape. 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 9781330695326_0
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