The Geology Book

The Geology Book
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Publisher : New Leaf Publishing Group
Total Pages : 80
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ISBN-10 : 9781614581611
ISBN-13 : 1614581614
Rating : 4/5 (11 Downloads)

Synopsis The Geology Book by : Dr. John D. Morris

Rocks firmly anchored to the ground and rocks floating through space fascinate us. Jewelry, houses, and roads are just some of the ways we use what has been made from geologic processes to advance civilization. Whether scrambling over a rocky beach, or gazing at spectacular meteor showers, we can't get enough of geology! The Geology Bookwill teach you: What really carved the Grand Canyon. How thick the Earth's crust is. The varied features of the Earth's surface - from plains to peaks. How sedimentary deposition occurs through water, wind, and ice. Effects of erosion. Ways in which sediments become sedimentary rock. Fossilization and the age of the dinosaurs. The powerful effects of volcanic activity. Continental drift theory. Radioisotope and carbon dating. Geologic processes of the past. Our planet is a most suitable home. Its practical benefits are also enhanced by the sheer beauty of rolling hills, solitary plains, churning seas and rivers, and majestic mountains - all set in place by processes that are relevant to today's entire population of this spinning rock we call home.

A Gift of Geology

A Gift of Geology
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Publisher : American University in Cairo Press
Total Pages : 240
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ISBN-10 : 9781649032195
ISBN-13 : 1649032196
Rating : 4/5 (95 Downloads)

Synopsis A Gift of Geology by : Colin D. Reader

An introduction to the geology of Egypt and its influence on ancient Egyptian culture While much is known about Egypt’s towering pyramids, mighty obelisks, and extraordinary works of art, less is known about the role played by Egypt’s geological history in the formation of pharaonic culture’s artistic and architectural legacy. The fertile soils that lined the Nile Valley meant that the people of Egypt were able to live well off the land. Yet what allowed ancient Egypt to stand apart from other early civilizations was its access to the vast range of natural resources that lay beyond the Nile floodplain. In this engagingly written book, Colin Reader invites readers to explore the influence of geology and landscape on the development of the cultures of ancient Egypt. After describing today’s Egyptian landscape and introducing key elements of the ancient Egyptian worldview, he provides a basic geological toolkit to address issues such as geological time and major earth-forming processes. The developments that gave the geology of Egypt its distinct character are explored, including the uplifting of mountains along the Red Sea coast, the evolution of the Nile river, and the formation of the vast desert areas beyond the Nile Valley. As the story unfolds, elements of Egypt’s archaeology are introduced, together with discussions of mining and quarrying, construction in stone, and the ways in which the country’s rich geological heritage allowed the culture of ancient Egypt to evolve. Ideal for non-specialists and specialists alike, and supported with over one hundred illustrations, A Gift of Geology takes the reader on a fascinating journey into Egypt’s geological landscape and its relationship to the marvels of pharaonic culture.

Geology of Egypt

Geology of Egypt
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Total Pages : 297
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ISBN-10 : 9789774166327
ISBN-13 : 9774166329
Rating : 4/5 (27 Downloads)

Synopsis Geology of Egypt by : Bonnie M. Sampsell

Egypt is primarily a land of deserts and mountains, the habitable Nile Valley and Delta occupying less than 5 percent of the country. Although the ancient Egyptians lived on only a small fraction of the land, they made extensive use of resources from the less hospitable areas, exploiting the opportunities and adjusting to the constraints of their physical environment. This updated and expanded edition of The Geology of Egypt: A Traveler's Handbook describes these features and more, providing a guide for the visitor to Egypt interested in learning about its history from a different perspective. The author presumes no background in geology or related fields and provides an introduction to the relevant geological concepts, presenting examples to illustrate how the country's geological features influenced Egyptian civilization. Most examples are selected from the pharaonic period and Greco-Roman period, though many cases also illustrate how geological factors continue to have an impact on modern Egyptian society. The text is organized as a trip on the Nile from Lake Nasser downstream to the Delta, with chapters devoted to such popular sites as Aswan, Luxor, and Giza. Also covered are the Eastern and Western Deserts, as well as the Sinai Peninsula. Maps, illustrations, fifty color photographs, and an extensive glossary help make a complex but intriguing subject accessible to everyone.

Geology the Study of Rocks

Geology the Study of Rocks
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Publisher : Scholastic
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0531246760
ISBN-13 : 9780531246764
Rating : 4/5 (60 Downloads)

Synopsis Geology the Study of Rocks by : Susan Heinrichs Gray

Discusses glaciers, oceans, volcanoes, rocks, minerals, earthquakes, and the history of the Earth.

A Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences

A Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 1325
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ISBN-10 : 9780192575708
ISBN-13 : 0192575708
Rating : 4/5 (08 Downloads)

Synopsis A Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences by : Michael Allaby

This new edition includes 10,000 entries which cover all areas of geoscience, including planetary science, oceanography, palaeontology, mineralogy and volcanology. In this edition, 675 new entries have been added, and include expanded coverage of planetary geology and earth-observing-satellites. Other new entries terms such as Ianammox, Boomerangian, earth rheological layering, and metamorphic rock classification. The entries are also complemented by more than 130 diagrams and numerous web links that are listed on a regularly updated dedicated companion website. Appendices supplement the A-Z and have been extended to include three new tables on the Torino Impact Hazard Scale, Avalanche Classes, and the Volcanic Explosivity Index. The list of satellite missions has also been revised and updated to include recent developments. A Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences is an authoritative, and jargon-free resource for students of geology, geography, geosciences, physical science, and those in related disciplines.

The New Geology

The New Geology
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 742
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105019815351
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (51 Downloads)

Synopsis The New Geology by : George McCready Price

Gorges History

Gorges History
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Total Pages :
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ISBN-10 : 0877105243
ISBN-13 : 9780877105244
Rating : 4/5 (43 Downloads)

Synopsis Gorges History by : Arthur Bloom

Geology for Archaeologists

Geology for Archaeologists
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Publisher : Archaeopress Publishing Ltd
Total Pages : 148
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ISBN-10 : 9781784916886
ISBN-13 : 1784916889
Rating : 4/5 (86 Downloads)

Synopsis Geology for Archaeologists by : J.R.L. Allen

This short introduction aims to provide archaeologists of all backgrounds with a grounding in the principles, materials, and methods of geology. Each chapter ends with a short reading list, and many have selected case-histories in illustration of the points made. Included is a glossary of technical terms.

Life as a Geological Force

Life as a Geological Force
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Publisher : W W Norton & Company Incorporated
Total Pages : 240
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ISBN-10 : 0393308170
ISBN-13 : 9780393308174
Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis Life as a Geological Force by : Pieter Westbroek

Those who funded the sciences of geology 150 years ago intuitively saw the Earth as a unified whole. Since that time, the sciences have specialized into physics, chemistry, biology and geology - specialization that has brought advances, but has unfortunately obscured our view of the unique role that life and death play on our planet.

Glossary of Geology

Glossary of Geology
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 814
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ISBN-10 : 0922152764
ISBN-13 : 9780922152766
Rating : 4/5 (64 Downloads)

Synopsis Glossary of Geology by : Klaus K. E. Neuendorf

The fifth edition of the Glossary of Geology contains nearly 40,000 entries, including 3.600 new terms and nearly 13,000 entries with revised definitions from the previous edition. In addition to definitions, many entries include background information and aids to syllabication. The Glossary draws its authority from the expertise of more than 100 geoscientists in many specialties who reviewed definitions and added new terms.