Overview

Earth Structure shows how assemblages of structures relate to different geological settings in the context of plate tectonics. Chapters are self-contained modules that can be arranged in various sequences depending on instructor preference, and the book uses a conversational writing style, employing familiar analogies and field examples. Mathematical analysis, where used in the book, is kept at a basic level.



Popular features include:



* Self-contained chapters on deformation mechanisms (both brittle and plastic) and deformation products (fractures, faults, folds, and fabrics) that allow instructors to provide a foundation of understanding on "how" deformation takes place, as well as a thorough description of what deformation causes.



* Whole chapters on tectonic settings. These chapters allow the book to be used either for a one-semester course that relates deformation to tectonic settings or for a succession of two courses (one on structure and one on tectonics), thus enabling students to buy just one book.



* Essays on Regional Perspectives that provide information on tectonic analysis for eleven regions around the globe written by specialists in the area--discussions include the European Alps, the Altaids, the Appalachians, and the Cascadia Wedge.



* Over 570 detailed figures providing informative illustration of concepts.


ISBN-13

9780393924671

ISBN-10

039392467X

Weight

3.55 Pounds

Dimensions

8.50 x 1.00 x 11.00 In

List Price

$148.33

Edition

2nd Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

672 pages

Publisher

W W Norton & Co Inc

Published On

2003-12-29



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