Published by Pearson (November 17, 2016) © 2017
Edward Tarbuck | Frederick Lutgens | Dennis TasaFor all introductory physical geology courses.
Learning Objective-driven textbook, using augmented reality to bring geology to life
With its strong readability and engaging, instructive illustrations, this trusted bestseller returns with a hybrid and streamlined focus on core principles. Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology maintains a learning objective-driven approach throughout each chapter: The text provides students with a structured learning path, tied to learning objectives with opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding at the end of each section. The authors’ emphasis on currency and relevance includes the latest thinking in the field, particularly in the dynamic area of plate tectonics.
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- 1. An Introduction to Geology
- 2. Plate Tectonics: A Scientific Revolution Unfolds
- 3. Matter and Minerals
- 4. Magma, Igneous Rocks, and Intrusive Activity
- 5. Volcanoes and Volcanic Hazards
- 6. Weathering and Soil
- 7. Sedimentary Rocks
- 8. Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks
- 9. Geologic Time
- 10. Crustal Deformation
- 11. Earthquakes and Earthquake Hazards
- 12. Earth’s Interior
- 13. Divergent Boundaries: Origin and Evolution of the Ocean Floor
- 14. Convergent Boundaries: Origin of Mountains
- 15. Mass Wasting: The Work of Gravity
- 16. Running Water
- 17. Groundwater
- 18. Glaciers and Glaciation
- 19. Deserts and Winds
- 20. Shorelines
- 21. Global Climate Change
- 22. Earth’s Evolution Through Geologic Time
- 23. Energy and Mineral Resources
- 24. Touring Our Solar System
- Appendix A: Metric and English Units Compared