Print on Demand. This book takes a deep dive into the fascinating world of sedimentary rocks, exploring how they are formed and the processes that transform them over time. The author delves into the intricate relationship between denudation, the breakdown of existing rocks, and the subsequent deposition of the resulting fragments, revealing how these processes create the diverse array of sedimentary deposits found across the globe. The book goes beyond simply describing these deposits, examining their classification and exploring their distinct characteristics, including their composition, size, and shape. The author also delves into the unique conditions under which different types of deposits are formed, from the depths of the ocean to the arid landscapes of deserts. Through a detailed analysis of these formations, the book unveils the interconnectedness of geological processes and the long and complex history of the earth. The book provides a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the world of sedimentary rocks, offering readers a deeper understanding of the dynamic forces that shape our planet. 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.

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Title

The Petrology of the Sedimentary Rocks (Classic Reprint)

Publisher

Forgotten Books

Publication Date

2018

Language

English

ISBN 10

1333608314

ISBN 13

9781333608316

Binding

Paperback

Condition

New

Book Type

print-on-demand item

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Geology

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This book describes in great detail the formation of all types of sedimentary rocks, which are derived from sediments. The book delves into the natural processes that turn sediments into rock, including cementation, metasomatism, and other forms of metamorphosis. It also includes a detailed analysis of the many ways various types of sediment are laid down by forces including gravity, wind, running water, ice, marine action, and more. The author separates the study of different types of sediment into three categories: fragmental (formed from the material of pre-existing rocks), chemical (formed from dissolved minerals), and organic (formed from the remains of plants and animals). Each type of sediment is examined, with a particular focus on how the characteristics of the various types of sediment reveal the conditions under which they formed. Whether a particular type of sediment is loose or contained within a solid rock, this book analyzes its processes of formation with an impressive level of detail.

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Forgotten Books? Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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