The Practical Geologist: The Introductory Guide to the Basics of Geology and to Collecting and Identifying Rocks
Language: English
Published by Touchstone, 1992
- Softcover
- Used
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- Title
- The Practical Geologist: The Introductory Guide to the Basics of Geology and to Collecting and Identifying Rocks
- Author
- Dixon, Dougal
- Publisher
- Touchstone
- Publication year
- 1992
- Condition
- good
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0671746979
- ISBN 13
- 9780671746971
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.
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