Geology (A Golden Guide from St. Martin's Press)
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| Rating | : | 4.68 (762 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1582381437 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-01-15 |
| Language | : | English |
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Relaunched in 2000, Golden Guides from St. About the AuthorGolden Guides first appeared in 1949 and quickly established themselves as authorities on subjects from Natural History to Science. Martin's Press feature modern, new covers as part of a multi-year, million-dollar program to revise, update, and expand the complete line of guides for a new generation of students.
Everything you need to know about geology Kristen Hendricks This book is smaller than probably any other earth science book, but I've learned more from it than any other. This Golden Guide includes detailed information about things everyone should know, and it has easy reference of tables and diagrams like the geologic time scale and different types of rocks an. "Excellent" according to Jay H. Colborn. This book is small but packed with information. Useful for the student and for reference. Maybe a bit expensive.. Excellent Introduction Excellent introduction to the physical geology of the earth for the non-geologist who wants to gain a basic understanding of how the earth around us works. Supplemented throughout with clear illustrations and photos, the book describes the composition of the earth's crust, weathering, glaciers, oceans,
This informative guide covers the five billion years of history that have given the earth its present form, including: The earth's relation to the rest of the universeThe rocks and minerals of which it is madeThe effects of glaciers, gravity, volcanoes, and other forcesIllustrated in full color, this guide is valuable for everyone interested in our planet, the ultimate basis of our present society.
Golden Guides first appeared in 1949 and quickly established themselves as authorities on subjects from Natural History to Science. Martin's Press feature modern, new covers as part of a multi-year, million-dollar program to revise, update, and expand the complete line of guides for a new generation of students.. Relaunched in 2000, Golden Guides from St