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Book Synopsis The Impact of Geology on the United States by : Angus M. Gunn
Download or read book The Impact of Geology on the United States written by Angus M. Gunn and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2001-03-30 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything we see in our landscapes today was created by geological actions, all of them accompanied by earthquakes and volcanism. This thorough examination of the geology of the United States and its impact on people's lives explores the processes that shape the land surfaces of the United States. These processes act over long periods of time and are affected by such factors as wind, rain, and temperature. Readers will discover how they frequently catch us by surprise when unexpected events occur, as well as how we often ignore signals that indicate repeat disasters. 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. Gunn provides readers with an accessible overview of geology, defining such concepts as erosion and deposition and discussing such factors as the different kinds of rocks found in the earth's crust. He also explores the concept of plate tectonics in detail. Representative states have been selected to illustrate hazards and geologic features found over large areas, and students can discover those areas that are the most dangerous in which to live. Students are encouraged to draw on the resources provided for further in-depth study of the fascinating topics introduced and discussed.
Book Synopsis Observations on the Geology of the United States of America by : William Maclure
Download or read book Observations on the Geology of the United States of America written by William Maclure and published by . This book was released on 1817 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Mountains That Remade America by : Craig H. Jones
Download or read book The Mountains That Remade America written by Craig H. Jones and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2017-09-05 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From ski towns to national parks, fresh fruit to environmental lawsuits, the Sierra Nevada has changed the way Americans live. Where there was gold to be mined (and where there was not) redefined land, mineral, and water laws. Where rain falls (and where it doesn’t) determines whose fruit grows on trees and whose appears on slot machines. All this emerges from the geology of the range and how it changed history, and in so doing, changed the country. The Mountains That Remade America combines geology with history to show how the particular forces and conditions that created the Sierra Nevada have effected broad outcomes and influenced daily life in the United States in the past and continue to do so today. Drawing connections between events in historical geology and contemporary society, Craig H. Jones makes geological science accessible and shows the vast impact this mountain range has had on the American West.
Book Synopsis Observations On the Geology of the United States of America by : William Maclure
Download or read book Observations On the Geology of the United States of America written by William Maclure and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Maclure's 'Observations on the Geology of the United States of America' is a comprehensive study of the geology of the United States, focusing on the effect of the decomposition of rocks on soil fertility. The book provides valuable insights into the geological makeup of the country, and how it relates to agriculture and land use. Maclure's work is essential reading for anyone interested in the natural history of America. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Book Synopsis Geology of North America—An Overview by : Albert W. Bally
Download or read book Geology of North America—An Overview written by Albert W. Bally and published by Geological Society of America. This book was released on 1989 with total page 633 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Summaries of the major features of the geology of North America and the adjacent oceanic regions are presented in 20 chapters. Topics covered include concise reviews of current thinking about Precambrian basement, Phanerozoic orogens, cratonic basins, passive-margin geology of the Atlantic and Gulf Coast regions, marine and terrestrial geology of the Caribbean region and economic geology.
Book Synopsis The Impact of the Geological Sciences on Society by : Marion E. Bickford
Download or read book The Impact of the Geological Sciences on Society written by Marion E. Bickford and published by Geological Society of America. This book was released on 2013-09-24 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This volume addresses the impact of the geological sciences, from 1963-2013, in such areas as geologic hazards, mineral resources, energy resources, water resources, soil resources, geology and health, geologic education, and the informing of general public policy. The chapters focus on how earth science informs and benefits society"--Provided by publisher.
Book Synopsis United States Geological Survey Annual Report by : Geological Survey (U.S.)
Download or read book United States Geological Survey Annual Report written by Geological Survey (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Observations on the Geology of the United States of America by : William Maclure
Download or read book Observations on the Geology of the United States of America written by William Maclure and published by . This book was released on 2020-05-11 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a reproduction of the original artefact. Generally these books are created from careful scans of the original. This allows us to preserve the book accurately and present it in the way the author intended. Since the original versions are generally quite old, there may occasionally be certain imperfections within these reproductions. We're happy to make these classics available again for future generations to enjoy!
Book Synopsis Observations on the Geology of the United States of North America by : William Maclure
Download or read book Observations on the Geology of the United States of North America written by William Maclure and published by . This book was released on 1818 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Humans as Geologic Agents by : Judy Ehlen
Download or read book Humans as Geologic Agents written by Judy Ehlen and published by Geological Society of America. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Critical Mineral Resources of the United States by : K. J. Schulz
Download or read book Critical Mineral Resources of the United States written by K. J. Schulz and published by Geological Survey. This book was released on 2017 with total page 868 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the importance and dependence of specific mineral commodities increase, so does concern about their supply. The United States is currently 100 percent reliant on foreign sources for 20 mineral commodities and imports the majority of its supply of more than 50 mineral commodities. Mineral commodities that have important uses and face potential supply disruption are critical to American economic and national security. However, a mineral commodity's importance and the nature of its supply chain can change with time; a mineral commodity that may not have been considered critical 25 years ago may be critical today, and one considered critical today may not be so in the future. The U.S. Geological Survey has produced this volume to describe a select group of mineral commodities currently critical to our economy and security. For each mineral commodity covered, the authors provide a comprehensive look at (1) the commodity's use; (2) the geology and global distribution of the mineral deposit types that account for the present and possible future supply of the commodity; (3) the current status of production, reserves, and resources in the United States and globally; and (4) environmental considerations related to the commodity's production from different types of mineral deposits. The volume describes U.S. critical mineral resources in a global context, for no country can be self-sufficient for all its mineral commodity needs, and the United States will always rely on global mineral commodity supply chains. This volume provides the scientific understanding of critical mineral resources required for informed decisionmaking by those responsible for ensuring that the United States has a secure and sustainable supply of mineral commodities.
Book Synopsis Observations on the Geology of the United States of America with Some Remarks on the Effect Produced on the Nature and Fertility of Soils, by the Decomposition of the Different Classes of Rocks by : William Maclure
Download or read book Observations on the Geology of the United States of America with Some Remarks on the Effect Produced on the Nature and Fertility of Soils, by the Decomposition of the Different Classes of Rocks written by William Maclure and published by . This book was released on 1818 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis A Report on the Geology of the Southwestern United States by : United States. National Park Service
Download or read book A Report on the Geology of the Southwestern United States written by United States. National Park Service and published by . This book was released on 1934 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Geology of the San Francisco Bay Region by : Doris Sloan
Download or read book Geology of the San Francisco Bay Region written by Doris Sloan and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2006-06-27 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "You can't really know the place where you live until you know the shapes and origins of the land around you. To feel truly at home in the Bay Area, read Doris Sloan's intriguing stories of this region's spectacular, quirky landscapes."—Hal Gilliam, author of Weather of the San Francisco Bay Region "This is a fascinating look at some of the world's most complex and engaging geology. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in an understanding of the beautiful landscape and dynamic geology of the Bay Area."—Mel Erskine, geological consultant "This accessible summary of San Francisco Bay Area geology is particularly timely. We are living in an age where we must deal with our impact on our environment and the impact of the environment on us. Earthquake hazards, and to a lesser extent landslide hazards, are well known, but the public also needs to be aware of other important engineering and environmental impacts and geologic resources. This book will allow Bay Area residents to make more intelligent decisions about the geological issues affecting their lives."—John Wakabayashi, geological consultant
Book Synopsis A Report on the Geology of the Southwestern United States by : United States. National Park Service
Download or read book A Report on the Geology of the Southwestern United States written by United States. National Park Service and published by . This book was released on 1935 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Observations on the Geology of the United States of America by : William Maclure
Download or read book Observations on the Geology of the United States of America written by William Maclure and published by . This book was released on 1962 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Geology of the Pacific Northwest by : William N. Orr
Download or read book Geology of the Pacific Northwest written by William N. Orr and published by Waveland Press. This book was released on 2006-12-04 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The geologic history of the Pacific Northwest is as unique as the region itself. Created via tectonic plate movements and accretionary events, the original terranes were subsequently covered by sedimentary layers, ash, lavas, and glacial debris. These processes, begun millions of years ago, continue to affect the area, as seen in the eruption of Mount St. Helens and catastrophic Japanese tsunamis created by earthquakes in the Pacific Northwest. Understanding of the regions geology has led to new insight in volcanic eruption prediction, disaster preparedness, the environmental effects of mining, and urban development as it relates to geologic hazards. The Orrs detailed and informative writing style appeals to those with geologic training as well as beginners with an interest in the region. Each chapter covers a specific subregion, allowing for maximum flexibility both in the classroom and for the casual reader. The authors central theme that continental plate tectonics are the fundamental processes of Northwest geologic history permeates throughout the book.
