Historical geology (ISE): eolution of earth and life trhough time

HISTORICAL GEOLOGY, 6e, INTERNATIONAL EDITION presents a balanced overview ofthe geological and biological history of Earth as a continuum of interrelatedevents that reflect the underlying principles and processes that have shaped our planet. Students are taught the basic geologic principles as well as how scientists apply these principles to unravel Earth's history. Coverage includesthe historical development of these basic principles and processes as well astheir importance in deciphering Earth history. Three major themes – time, evolutionary theory, and plate tectonics – are woven together throughout the bookto help students link essential material and enhance their understanding of historical geology. The Sixth Edition has been thoroughly updated to include the formation of the Earth-Moon system, information about the evolution of populations as a whole, and coverage of climate change throughout the text, placingan emphasis on what we don't know within the historical geology field as compared to what we do know.

• ISBN: 978-0-495-55990-0
• Editorial: Brooks-Cole
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 464
• Fecha Publicación: 01/04/2009
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés