Laboratory Manual in Physical Geology - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 067520478X ISBN 13: 9780675204781

Publisher: Merrill Pub Co, 1986

Synopsis

This publication was produced under the auspices of the American Geological Institute and the National Association of Geology Teachers. Past President of NAGT, Robert W. Ridky, envisioned a manual that would be made up of "the best classroom-tested laboratory investigations written by geology teachers." This manual is the product of that vision.

About this title

From the Publisher

A lab manual placing great emphasis on student understanding of the earth as a complex, evolving system having interacting processes and cycles of change; designed for the introductory course (lab component) in physical geology. Practical consistent exercise format, concise background information, 15 exercises, and full-color illustrations. Includes Internet Activities.

From the Back Cover

Key Benefit: With the input of more than 100 contributing authors and peer reviewers, Laboratory Manual in Physical Geology is the most richly-illustrated, state-of-the art, user-friendly laboratory available for introductory geology and geoscience. Key Topics: This manual consists of fifteen laboratories on the most widely- requested topics. Each laboratory is comprised of introductory materials, 3-7 laboratory exercises, and handy tear-out worksheets. Laboratories are written in a consistent, user-friendly style and format based on contributions from 45 geologists and geoscience educators. A highly flexible format allows to pick and choose labs. Stimulating visuals! Dennis Tasa, a highly-respected geology illustrator, provides superior art that is pedagogically effective and geologically accurate. Also included is an abundance of high-quality photographs, images, stereograms, maps, and charts to reinforce the visual aspect of geology and enhance student learning.

Edition details

• Publisher: Merrill Pub Co
• Publication date: 1986
• ISBN 10: 067520478X
• ISBN 13: 9780675204781
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 166
• Editor: Bates Bob
• Illustrator: Tasa Dennis