Structural Framework of the Mississippi Embayment of Southern Illinois - Hardcover

Dennis R. Kolata

 
9780332723921: Structural Framework of the Mississippi Embayment of Southern Illinois

Synopsis

Delving deep into tectonic mysteries, this book illuminates the geological framework of the Mississippi Embayment in southern Illinois. The author, an expert in structural geology, unravels the interplay between Paleozoic bedrock formations and overlying Cretaceous and Tertiary sediments. By scrutinizing outcrops, subsurface data, and geophysical surveys, the book reconstructs the region's complex geological history. It challenges long-held assumptions about the timing of tectonic activity, offering a comprehensive analysis of the area's structural evolution. With meticulous attention to detail, the book reveals the significance of pre-Gulfian erosion, post-Gulfian solution, and the role of faulting in shaping the landscape. The study provides invaluable insights into the region's earthquake risk and serves as a valuable reference for geologists and those interested in understanding the dynamic forces that have molded our planet.

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9780332458403: Structural Framework of the Mississippi Embayment of Southern Illinois

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ISBN 10:  0332458407 ISBN 13:  9780332458403
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2024
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