Synopsis Of The Mollusca Of The Cretaceous Formation: Including The Geographical And Stratigraphical Range And Synonymy (1861)

Synopsis Of The Mollusca Of The Cretaceous Formation: Including The Geographical And Stratigraphical Range And Synonymy (1861) is a comprehensive reference book written by William M. Gabb. The book provides an in-depth overview of the mollusks that lived during the Cretaceous period, including their geographical and stratigraphical range and synonymy. The Cretaceous period is a geologic era that lasted from approximately 145 to 66 million years ago. During this time, the Earth experienced significant changes, including the emergence of new species and the extinction of others. The book explores the various types of mollusks that lived during this era, including ammonites, belemnites, bivalves, gastropods, and scaphopods.The author provides a detailed description of each type of mollusk, including their physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat. He also includes information on the geographical and stratigraphical range of each species, as well as their synonymy, or the different names they have been given over time.Overall, Synopsis Of The Mollusca Of The Cretaceous Formation: Including The Geographical And Stratigraphical Range And Synonymy (1861) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of life on Earth, particularly during the Cretaceous period. The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information on the various types of mollusks that lived during this era, making it a valuable reference for scientists, researchers, and students alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.