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Earth Lab: Exploring the Earth Sciences, International Edition
Paperback
Main Details
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Earth Lab: Exploring the Earth Sciences, International Edition
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Grenville Draper
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By (author) Claudia Owen
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By (author) Diane Pirie
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback | | Pages:480 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 271,Width 213 |
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| Category/Genre | Earth sciences |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780538737012
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| Classifications | Dewey:550 |
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| Audience | | Tertiary Education (US: College) | |
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| Edition |
3rd edition
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Cengage Learning, Inc
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| Imprint |
Brooks/Cole
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| Publication Date |
22 June 2010 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
Utilizing graphs and simple calculations, this clearly written lab manual complements the study of earth science or physical geology. Engaging activities are designed to help students develop data-gathering skills (e.g., mineral and rock identification) and data-analysis skills. Students will learn how to understand aerial and satellite images; to perceive the importance of stratigraphic columns, geologic sections, and seismic waves; and more.
ReviewsSECTION 1: INTRODUCTION. 1. Introduction to Plates and Maps. SECTION 2: EARTH MATERIALS AND RESOURCES. 2. Minerals. 3. Igneous Rocks. 4. Sedimentary Rocks. 5. Metamorphic Rocks. SECTION 3: MAPS AND TIME. 6. Topographic Maps. 7. Geologic Time and History. 8. Geologic Maps and Structures. SECTION 4: EARTH'S DYNAMIC INTERIOR. 9. Plate Tectonics. 10. Earthquakes and Seismology. SECTION 5: EARTH'S SURFACE. 11. Landslides and Mass Movements. 12. Streams and Rivers. 13. Groundwater and Karst Topography 14. Oceans and Shorelines SECTION 6: WEATHER, CLIMATE, AND THEIR EFFECTS. 15. Atmosphere, Climate, and Climate Change. 16. Weather. 17. Glaciers and Glaciation. 18. Deserts and Arid Landscapes. APPENDIX. GLOSSARY.
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