The practical geologist / Dougal Dixon ; Raymond L. Bernor, editor.

Por: Dixon, DougalTipo de material: Texto

TextoDetalles de publicación: New York : Simon and Schuster, c1992Descripción: 160 p. : col. il. ; 26 cmISBN: 0671746987; 9780671746988; 0671746979 (Fireside pbk.); 9780671746971 (Fireside pbk.)Tema(s): Geology -- Guidebooks | Geología -- GuíaFormatos físicos adicionales: Online version:: Practical geologist.Clasificación CDD: 550 Clasificación LoC:QE45 | D59 1992Recursos en línea: Contributor biographical information Texto

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Contenidos parciales:

What is a practical geologist? -- History of the Earth -- Substance of the Earth -- Earth movements -- Earth's storybook -- Erosion and geomorphology -- Filed work technique -- Mapping -- Geological sites -- Geological time scale -- Glossary -- Index -- Credits.

Resumen: From exploring the basic principles of geology to starting a rock and mineral collection, The Practical Geologist is the perfect introduction to the world of earth science. Beginning with a history of the earth's formation and development, this book explores the substances that compose the planet, movements within the earth, the surface effects of weather and water, and underground landscapes. It shows you how to search for, identify, and extract samples of various rocks and minerals, and for each rock and mineral type there is a brief mineralogy and explanation of its locations. There are also sections on mapping, preparing, and curating specimens, and geological sites on the six continents. Packed with more than 200 full-color illustrations, this comprehensive guide is the essential practical companion for natural science enthusiasts everywhere. Via words and pictures, this book explores the Earth's formation and development, the substances that compose the planet, movements within the Earth, and much more. 200 four-color photos; line drawings throughout. Index.

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Tipo de ítem	Biblioteca actual	Colección	Signatura	Copia número	Estado	Fecha de vencimiento	Código de barras
Libro	Biblioteca Central Ensenada	Acervo General	QE45 D59 1992 (Browse shelf(Abre debajo))	1	Disponible		ENS070438
Libro	Biblioteca Central Ensenada	Acervo General	QE45 D59 1992 (Browse shelf(Abre debajo))	2	Disponible		ENS070439

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From exploring the basic principles of geology to starting a rock and mineral collection, The Practical Geologist is the perfect introduction to the world of earth science. Beginning with a history of the earth's formation and development, this book explores the substances that compose the planet, movements within the earth, the surface effects of weather and water, and underground landscapes. It shows you how to search for, identify, and extract samples of various rocks and minerals, and for each rock and mineral type there is a brief mineralogy and explanation of its locations. There are also sections on mapping, preparing, and curating specimens, and geological sites on the six continents. Packed with more than 200 full-color illustrations, this comprehensive guide is the essential practical companion for natural science enthusiasts everywhere. Via words and pictures, this book explores the Earth's formation and development, the substances that compose the planet, movements within the Earth, and much more. 200 four-color photos; line drawings throughout. Index.