Earth Structure: An Introduction to Structural Geology and

Earth Structure: An Introduction to Structural Geology and Tectonics

The Second Edition of Earth Structure: An Introduction to Structural Geology and Tectonics takes a balanced approach to the subjectâ€•emphasizing links between structural features at all scales (microscopic, hand-specimen, outcrop, mountain-range) and deformation processes.
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:

â€¢ 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.

â€¢ 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.

â€¢ Essays on Regional Perspectives that provide information on tectonic analysis for eleven regions around the globe written by specialists in the areaâ€•discussions include the European Alps, the Altaids, the Appalachians, and the Cascadia Wedge.

â€¢ Over 570 detailed figures providing informative illustration of concepts.
570 black & white figures
Country USA
Brand W. W. Norton & Company
Manufacturer W. W. Norton & Company
Binding Hardcover
ReleaseDate 2003-12-29
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780393924671

Country	USA
Brand	W. W. Norton & Company
Manufacturer	W. W. Norton & Company
Binding	Hardcover
ReleaseDate	2003-12-29
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780393924671

Earth Structure: An Introduction to Structural Geology and Tectonics

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