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Presents the fundamentals of marine sediment geochemistry by examining the complex chemical, biological, and physical processes that contribute to the conversion of these sediments to rock, a process known as early diagenesis. This graduate text is intended for students of geology, geochemistry, and oceanography, as well as earth scientists.

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This edition reviews the results of Apollos 11, 12, 14, and 15. Included are approximately sixty new pages of text and forty new photographs and pictures. Thomas A. Mutch has written this book for students of lunar geology and scientists in diverse fields related to astrogeology as well as for the interested layman. Originally published in 1973.

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This cartobibliography lists more than 4,900 maps, covering some 320 geographic areas, that were published in selected earth science journals between 1981 and 1982 and in selected monographs between 1963 and 1983. Directions for use and a list of geographic subject terms that can be used to access the maps are also included.

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Chronicles the scientific effort to unravel the mysteries of rocks that solidified on or beneath Earth's surface from the intensely hot, molten material called magma. This book traces the development of igneous petrology. It considers the professionalization and Anglicization of the field.

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While earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are shaking up the world, there are more exciting happenings in the diverse field of geological science.

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Focusing on mountain ranges that are relatively unfamiliar to most geologists, this work expands our view of tectonics beyond a standardized textbook approach and illustrates both the extraordinary variety of mountain ranges over the world through time and many of the basic similarities they display. Originally published in 1987. The Princeton Le

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Dive into the captivating world of The Geology of Greece, the second volume in The Legend of Atlantis and the Science of Geology series. Uncover the ancient catastrophe's impact on Greece and the Aegean Sea, challenging established academic theories with a thought-provoking exploration of geological evidence and the laws of physics.

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What were the repercussions of past climate shifts How do we know such shifts occurred This book shows how Earth scientists study ancient ice cores and marine sediments to probe Earth's distant past, and how they blend scientific detective work with the technological advances to try to predict the future.

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The hazards associated with geological processes are a continuing concern, but readers will also discover the benefits of many of these so-called natural disasters.

Geologic regions define the framework for the book.

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This volume of The Musical Woman continues the long-neglected task of documenting the full scope of participation by women in every facet of the music world.

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Menard begins with the leading hypotheses (such as that the earth expands) and the supporting evidence for each. He traces the crucial work of the 1960s year by year as researchers debated hypotheses in correspondence and at frequent meetings. Throughout the book Professor Menard considers the implications of his story for the sociology of science

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This important volume reviews the status of investigations aimed at deciphering the geologic, biogeographic, and archaeological records for the Quaternary Era--the last million years of geologic time-for the area of continental United States. Over eighty Quaternary scientists have contributed to the fifty-five chapters divided into four main parts.

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Approximately 12,000 years ago, at the end of the last ice age, the three kilometers of ice that covered Canada, the large European glaciers in Fennoscandia and Siberia, and many other minor glaciers melted quickly. The resulting meltwaters increased the depth of the world's oceans by about 110 meters. The earth's response to this redistribution of

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Today the Northeast of Scotland is the picture of peace and tranquillity. Some of the highest quality agricultural land is to be found here. But it was not always like this.Written for the non-expert and including stunning photographs and diagrams, this is the essential introduction to the geology and landforms of this part of Scotland.

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A revelatory approach to geology, illuminated with untold stories of humanity's relationship with rock

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The second edition of this popular book has been completely rewritten and expanded. It covers every one of the 757 open coast beaches as well as 120 beaches in five large bays including Sydney Harbour

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The first book to comprehensively describe analytical procedures and techniques for biochar analysis.

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A practical reference enabling readers to better understand and interpret a range of soil test methods.

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This volume contains a collection of 27 review papers that cover a range of issues and topics concerned with the management of soil biota. Emphasis is placed on soil microorganisms and soil macrofauna that are of major importance in agricultural farming systems.