Geology for Engineers and Environmental Scientists (3rd Edition) - Softcover

Kehew, Alan E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0131457306 ISBN 13: 9780131457300

Publisher: Pearson, 2006

Synopsis

Provides readers with an introduction to geology with a focus on real-world applications. Case histories in nearly every chapter help emphasize the relationship between geology and engineering. Has a solid background in the basics of geology including mineralogy, igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, structural geology and plate tectonics, weathering and erosion, rivers, coastlines, and glaciers. New material covers geologic resources, geologic hazards, and environmental challenges in the current century. A new overview covers the implications of population growth, the use and depletion of energy and water resources, the employment opportunities for geologists, potential effects of climate change. A useful reference for anyone in the fields of civil engineering or environmental/earth science.

About this title

From the Publisher:

The author provides an introduction to geology for engineering students with a focus on applications of geology that they are likely to use in their professional careers.

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Provides readers with an introduction to geology with a focus on real-world applications. Case histories in nearly every chapter help emphasize the relationship between geology and engineering. Has a solid background in the basics of geology including mineralogy, igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, structural geology and plate tectonics, weathering and erosion, rivers, coastlines, and glaciers. Coverage of volcanic hazards: Mt. Pinatubo, Hawaiian volcanos, Lake Nyos gas explosion, Nevado del Ruiz mud flow.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0131457306
• ISBN 13: 9780131457300
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 720