This book focuses on Michigan's pre-Trenton rocks, and includes the pre-Ordovician, which even the drill has not reached in the Lower Peninsula. The author and a team of geologists have collaborated to provide a detailed, scientific account of the geological formations of the region. The book delves into the character of rocks such as sandstones, dolomites, and conglomerates, and discusses the relationship between the Freda and Lake Superior Sandstone formations. It provides insights into the composition, thickness, and distribution of various geological units, including the Nonesuch Shale, Manivistique Group, and Michigamme Slate. The book also explores the complexities of the geological column and the challenges of studying and comparing well records, highlighting the persistent and variable aspects of different formations. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding these geological formations for unraveling the history of the region and its impact on the present-day landscape.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book focuses on Michigan's pre-Trenton rocks, and includes the pre-Ordovician, which even the drill has not reached in the Lower Peninsula. The author and a team of geologists have collaborated to provide a detailed, scientific account of the geological formations of the region. The book delves into the character of rocks such as sandstones, dolomites, and conglomerates, and discusses the relationship between the Freda and Lake Superior Sandstone formations. It provides insights into the composition, thickness, and distribution of various geological units, including the Nonesuch Shale, Manivistique Group, and Michigamme Slate. The book also explores the complexities of the geological column and the challenges of studying and comparing well records, highlighting the persistent and variable aspects of different formations. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding these geological formations for unraveling the history of the region and its impact on the present-day landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334481987_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781334481987
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