Provide your students with an excellent introduction to the science of geology, as well as a guide on how to “do” geology in the field. The book introduces geology’s core concepts, tools, and techniques, then discusses how to identify landforms, minerals, rocks, fossils, and even the geological features in North American national parks. It also covers how to prospect for gold and how to read the weathering of stones. It includes extensive references on museums in each state, geological surveys, and more. In addition, each chapter ends with suggested reading for more information, and photos and illustrations are placed throughout. Softcover, 335 pages.
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