Modern and Past Glacial Environments

Modern and Past Glacial Environments
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Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Total Pages : 588
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ISBN-10 : 0750642262
ISBN-13 : 9780750642262
Rating : 4/5 (62 Downloads)

Synopsis Modern and Past Glacial Environments by : John Menzies

In combining and revising the two titles Past Glacial Environments and Modern Glacial Environments, Dr Menzies provides a current and comprehensive survey of both the glaciology, geomorphology and sedimentology of glaciers.

Modern Glacial Environments

Modern Glacial Environments
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Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Total Pages : 656
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ISBN-10 : UCSD:31822023213770
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Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis Modern Glacial Environments by : John Menzies

This text considers the cause of glaciation, ice sheet modelling, glacial physics, hydrology, processes of erosion, transportation, deposition and glaciotectonism. Other chapters cover modern proglacial, supraglacial, glaciolacustrine and glaciomarine environments.

Glacial Geology

Glacial Geology
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 407
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ISBN-10 : 9781119966692
ISBN-13 : 1119966698
Rating : 4/5 (92 Downloads)

Synopsis Glacial Geology by : Matthew M. Bennett

The new Second Edition of Glacial Geology provides a modern, comprehensive summary of glacial geology and geomorphology. It is has been thoroughly revised and updated from the original First Edition. This book will appeal to all students interested in the landforms and sediments that make up glacial landscapes. The aim of the book is to outline glacial landforms and sediments and to provide the reader with the tools required to interpret glacial landscapes. It describes how glaciers work and how the processes of glacial erosion and deposition which operate within them are recorded in the glacial landscape. The Second Edition is presented in the same clear and concise format as the First Edition, providing detailed explanations that are not cluttered with unnecessary detail. Additions include a new chapter on Glaciations around the Globe, demonstrating the range of glacial environments present on Earth today and a new chapter on Palaeoglaciology, explaining how glacial landforms and sediments are used in ice-sheet reconstructions. Like the original book, text boxes are used throughout to explain key concepts and to introduce students to case study material from the glacial literature. Newly updated sections on Further Reading are also included at the end of each chapter to point the reader towards key references. The book is illustrated throughout with colour photographs and illustrations.

Glacial Environments

Glacial Environments
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 304
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ISBN-10 : 9781040285954
ISBN-13 : 1040285953
Rating : 4/5 (54 Downloads)

Synopsis Glacial Environments by : Michael Hambrey

Enhanced by photographic illustrations of extraordinary quality, this text should provide students with a complete introduction to the scientific study of environments dominated by snow and ice. Emphasizing the range of erosional and depositional landforms, drawing on the older geological record, according due attention to the marine environment, and covering all relevant parts of the world - this book should find a wide readership among students of geography, geology and environmental science.; The author has published many research papers and has also been joint-author, co-author or co-editor of six book-length publications.; This book is intended for undergraduate students of glacial environments geomorphology, glaciology/hydrology in departments of geography, environmental sciences and geology.

Atlas of Submarine Glacial Landforms

Atlas of Submarine Glacial Landforms
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Publisher : Geological Society of London
Total Pages : 631
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ISBN-10 : 9781786202680
ISBN-13 : 1786202689
Rating : 4/5 (80 Downloads)

Synopsis Atlas of Submarine Glacial Landforms by : J.A. Dowdeswell

New geophysical techniques (multibeam echo sounding and 3D seismics) have revolutionized high-resolution imaging of the modern seafloor and palaeo-shelf surfaces in Arctic and Antarctic waters, generating vast quantities of data and novel insights into sedimentary architecture and past environmental conditions. The Atlas of Submarine Glacial Landforms is a comprehensive and timely summary of the current state of knowledge of these high-latitude glacier-influenced systems. The Atlas presents over 180 contributions describing, illustrating and discussing the full variability of landforms found on the high-latitude glacier-influenced seafloor, from fjords and continental shelves to the continental slope, rise and deep-sea basins beyond. The distribution and geometry of these submarine landforms provide key information on past ice-sheet extent and the direction and nature of ice flow and dynamics. The papers discuss individual seafloor landforms, landform assemblages and entire landsystems from relatively mild to extreme glacimarine climatic settings and on timescales from the modern margins of tidewater glaciers, through Quaternary examples to ancient glaciations in the Late Ordovician.

After the Ice Age

After the Ice Age
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Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Total Pages : 380
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ISBN-10 : 9780226668093
ISBN-13 : 0226668096
Rating : 4/5 (93 Downloads)

Synopsis After the Ice Age by : E.C. Pielou

The fascinating story of how a harsh terrain that resembled modern Antarctica has been transformed gradually into the forests, grasslands, and wetlands we know today.

Past Glacial Environments

Past Glacial Environments
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Publisher : Elsevier
Total Pages : 859
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ISBN-10 : 9780081005255
ISBN-13 : 0081005253
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis Past Glacial Environments by : John Menzies

Past Glacial Environments, Second Edition, presents a revised and updated version of the very successful first edition of Menzies' book, covering a breadth of topics with a focus on the recognition and analysis of former glacial environments, including the pre-Quaternary glaciations. The book is made up of chapters written by various geological experts from across the world, with the editor's expertise and experience bringing the chapters together. This new and updated volume includes at least 45% new material, along with five new chapters that include a section on techniques and methods. Additionally, this new edition is presented in full color and features a large collection of photographs, line diagrams, and tables with examples of glacial environments and landscapes that are drawn from a worldwide perspective. Informative knowledge boxes and case studies are included, helping users better understand critical issues and ideas. - Provides the most complete reference concerning the study of glacial processes and their geological, sedimentological, and geomorphological products - Comprised of chapters written by various geological experts from across the world - Includes specific case studies to alert readers to important ideas and issues - Uses text boxes throughout to explain key concepts from glacial literature - Presents full color photographs, line diagrams, and tables throughout

Sandstone Depositional Environments

Sandstone Depositional Environments
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Publisher : AAPG
Total Pages : 405
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ISBN-10 : 9780891813071
ISBN-13 : 0891813071
Rating : 4/5 (71 Downloads)

Synopsis Sandstone Depositional Environments by : Peter A. Scholle

Glacial Systems and Landforms

Glacial Systems and Landforms
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Publisher : Anthem Press
Total Pages : 137
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ISBN-10 : 9780857280619
ISBN-13 : 0857280619
Rating : 4/5 (19 Downloads)

Synopsis Glacial Systems and Landforms by : Ryan C. Bell

Using Google Earth, this guide offers a virtual interactive experience in which students can visit and explore glacier environments and landforms in 3D. As students develop skills in map analysis and interpretation, the patterns and processes found within glacial environments are revealed to great effect.

Modern Glacial Environments

Modern Glacial Environments
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Publisher : Pergamon
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ISBN-10 : 008042421X
ISBN-13 : 9780080424217
Rating : 4/5 (1X Downloads)

Synopsis Modern Glacial Environments by : John Menzies