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Foundations of Earth Science by Dennis G. Tasa, Frederick K. Lutgens and Edward J. Tarbuck (2007, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPrentice Hall PTR
ISBN-100132401355
ISBN-139780132401357
eBay Product ID (ePID)57200326
Product Key Features
Number of Pages512 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameFoundations of Earth Science
SubjectEarth Sciences / General
Publication Year2007
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaScience
AuthorDennis G. Tasa, Frederick K. Lutgens, Edward J. Tarbuck
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight39.2 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.9 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number5
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2007-013800
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal550
Table Of ContentTOC Introduction What Is Earth Science? Earth's Spheres Hydrosphere Atmosphere Geosphere Biosphere Earth as a System Scales of Space and Time in Earth Science Resources and Environmental Issues Resources Environmental Problems The Nature of Scientific Inquiry Hypothesis Theory Scientific Methods Studying Earth Science The Chapter in Review Key Terms Questions for Review Online Study Guide Did You Know? UNIT 1 EARTH MATERIALS Chapter 1 Minerals: Building Blocks of Rocks Minerals: The Building Blocks of Rocks Elements: Building Blocks of Minerals Atoms Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons Atomic Number Why Atoms Bond ionic Bonds: Electrons Transferred Covalent Bonds: Electrons Shared Isotopes and Radioactive Decay Properties of Minerals Optical Properties Luster The Ability to Transmit Light Color Streak Crystal Shape or Habit Mineral Strength Tenacity Hardness Cleavage Fracture Density and Specific Gravity Other Properties of Minerals Mineral Groups Silicate Minerals Important Nonsilicate Minerals Mineral Resources Important Nonsilicate Minerals Chapter 2 Rocks: Materials of the Solid Earth Earth as a System: The Rock Cycle [geode] The Basic Cycle Alternative path Igneous Rocks: "Formed by Fire" [geode] Magma Crystallizes to Form igneous Rocks Igneous Textures Igneous Compositions Classifying Igneous Rocks Granitic (Felsic) Roocks Basaltic (Mafic) Rocks Andesitic (Intermediate) Rocks Ultamafic Rocks How Different Igneous Rocks Form Bowen's Reaction Series Magmatic Differentiation Weathering of Rocks to Form Sediment [geode] Mechanical Weathering of Rocks Frost Wedging Uploading Biological Activity Chemical Weathering of Rocks Sedimentary Rocks: Compacted and Cemented Sediment [geode] Classifying Sedimentary Rocks Detrital Sedimentary Rocks Chemical Sedimentary rocks Lithification of Sediment Features of Sedimentary Rocks Metamorphic Rocks: New Rock from Old [geode] Agents of Metamorphism Heat as a Metamorphic Agent Pressure (Stress) as a Metamorphic Agent Chemically Active Fluids Metamorphic Textures Common Metamorphic Rocs Foliated Rocks Nonfoliated Rocks The Chapter in Review Key Terms Questions for Review Online Study Guide UNIT II Sculpturing Earth's Surface Chapter 3 Landscapes Fashioned by Water Earth's External Processes Mass Wasting: The Work of Gravity Mass Wasting and Landform Development Controls and Triggers of Mass Wasting The Role of Water Oversteepened Slopes Removal of Vegetation Earthquakes as Triggers The Water Cycle Running Water Drainage Basins River Systems Streamflow Gradient and Channel Characteristics Discharge Changes from Upstream to Downstream The Work of Running Water Erosion Transport
SynopsisThe brief, paperback version of the best-selling Earth Science is designed for introductory courses in earth science. This highly visual, non- technical survey emphasizes broad, up-to-date coverage of basic topics and principles in geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. The text's flexible design lends itself to the diversity of Earth science courses in both content and approach. As in previous editions, the main focus is to foster student understanding of basic earth science principles., An abbreviated version of the bestselling 'Earth Science', this book offers a user-friendly overview of the physical environment, placing a particular emphasis on readability, with clear, example-driven explanations.
LC Classification NumberQE28.L96 2008
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