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The Dynamic Earth Brian J. Skinner

The Dynamic Earth By Brian J. Skinner

The Dynamic Earth by Brian J. Skinner


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Summary

This physical geology text emphasizes the theme of dynamic change - to our environment, landscapes, climate and resources. The text deals extensively with changes to the Earth's interior and exterior, both from natural processes and human activities, providing an frame of reference for the student.

The Dynamic Earth Summary

The Dynamic Earth: Introduction to Physical Geology by Brian J. Skinner

American Museum of Natural History John Wiley & Sons and the American Museum of Natural History have collaborated to develop a Web site linking this text to the Museum's permanent exhibition, the Gottesman Hall of Planet Earth, Rose Center for Earth and Space. The Web site features animations, images and other features from the Museum's extensive collection and Web site. This site will be updated and evolve to include new content. All links are keyed to the text of The Dynamic Earth, 4th Edition. Visit the Web site at www. Wiley.com/college/skinner.

About Brian J. Skinner

Brian J. Skinner, Yale University Stephen C. Porter, University of Washington

Table of Contents

A First Look at Planet Earth. The Dynamic Earth. Atoms, Elements and Minerals. The Fire Within: Volcanoes and Magmas. Weathering and Soils. Sediments and Sedimentation. Metamorphism: New Rocks From Old. Geology: Time and the Record of the Rocks. Mass Wasting. Streams and Drainage Systems. Groundwater. Glaciers and Glaciation. Wind Action and Deserts. The Oceans and Their Margins. Deformation of Rock. Earthquakes and the Earth's Interior. Global Tectonics. The Changing Face of the Land. Our Changing Planet. Resources of Minerals and Energy. Beyond Planet Earth.

Additional information

GOR004570341
9780471161189
0471161187
The Dynamic Earth: Introduction to Physical Geology by Brian J. Skinner
Used - Very Good
Paperback
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
2000-02-22
640
N/A
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