Sedimentary Rocks in the Field: A Colour Guide. - Couverture souple

Stow, Dorrik A. V.

 
9781874545699: Sedimentary Rocks in the Field: A Colour Guide.
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ISBN 10 : 1874545693 ISBN 13 : 9781874545699
Editeur : Manson Publishing Ltd, 2005

Synopsis

Ideas and concepts in sedimentology are changing rapidly but fundamental field work and data collection remain the basis of the science. This book is intended as a guide to the recognition and description of sedimentary rocks in the field. It aims to help the geologist know what to observe and record and how best to interpret this data.

The emphasis is on illustrating the principal types of sedimentary rocks and the book contains over 400 superb colour photos and drawings. The introductory chapter defines the main types of sedimentary rock and their initial recognition, followed by a section highlighting safety in the field. The author goes on to describe the main field techniques and provides a comprehensive summary of the principal characteristics of sedimentary rocks. There is a chapter on each of the main rock types and on how to interpret facies and their features in terms of depositional environments and economic significance.

This book is of value to students, amateur enthusiasts and professional geologists.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Ideas and concepts in sedimentology are changing rapidly but fundamental field work and data collection remain the basis of the science. This book is intended as a guide to the recognition and description of sedimentary rocks in the field. It aims to help the geologist know what to observe and record and how best to interpret this data.

The emphasis is on illustrating the principal types of sedimentary rocks and the book contains over 400 superb colour photos and drawings. The introductory chapter defines the main types of sedimentary rock and their initial recognition, followed by a section highlighting safety in the field. The author goes on to describe the main field techniques and provides a comprehensive summary of the principal characteristics of sedimentary rocks. There is a chapter on each of the main rock types and on how to interpret facies and their features in terms of depositional environments and economic significance.

This book is of value to students, amateur enthusiasts and professional geologists.

Revue de presse

"Deserves to be in the Christmas stocking of every earth sciences student in the land – and further afield.....plaudits will undoubtedly accumulate for this book.....the production values are also quite exceptional and the whole design and production team at Mansom deserve our warmest congratulations....tells students everything they need to keep in mind when they are examining and describing sedimentary rocks." The Palaeontological Association Newsletter

"An excellent and really beautiful book.......More than a field guide." Journal of Sedimentary Research

"As a tool in the field kit this book is excellent for professional geologists, teachers, students and amateur enthusiasts." Sedimentary Geology

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Éditeur
Manson Publishing Ltd
Date d'édition
2005
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1874545693
ISBN 13 
9781874545699
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
320
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
non disponible

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9780123694515: Sedimentary Rocks in the Field: A Color Guide

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0123694515 ISBN 13 :  9780123694515
Editeur : Academic Press Inc, 2005
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