Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
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A concise treatment of the fundamental principles of sedimentology and stratigraphy, featuring the important physical, chemical, biological and stratigraphic characteristics of sedimentary rocks. Emphasized are the ways in which the study of sedimentary rocks is used to interpret depositional environments, changes in ancient sea level, and other intriguing aspects of Earth history. Topics include the origin and transport of sedimentary materials; physical properties of sedimentary rocks; composition, classification and diagenesis of sedimentary rocks and principles of stratigraphy and basin analysis. For individuals interested in one text providing comprehensive coverage of both sedimentology and stratigraphy.
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A concise treatment of the fundamental principles of sedimentology and stratigraphy, including the processes that form sedimentary rocks, as well as describing the important physical, chemical, biological and stratigraphic characteristics of these rocks. Emphasized are the ways in which the study of sedimentary rocks is used to interpret depositional environments, changes in ancient sea level, and other intriguing aspects of Earth history.
Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy,Sam Boggs,Sam, Jr. Boggs,Prentice Hall College Div,0023117923,General,Geology, Stratigraphic,Rocks & Minerals,Science,Science/Mathematics,Sedimentary Geology,Sedimentation and deposition,Stratigraphic Geology
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