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The Pocket Guide To Fossils
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Book Synopsis Firefly Guide to Fossils by : Firefly Books
Download or read book Firefly Guide to Fossils written by Firefly Books and published by Firefly Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical guide to identifying, understanding and hunting for fossils. The Firefly Guide to Fossils is a practical, pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated field guide. Its introduction explains how fossils form and the history of ancient life. Fossil classification and distribution are described, providing essential background information for students and collectors. Fossil hunting is described in detail with practical advice on everything from finding sites to displaying specimens. The main part of the book presents major groups of fossils, from trilobites to tree ferns in a wide international range, from the common and easy-to-find, to dinosaur bones that would crown any collection. The entries are illustrated with color images accompanied by clear descriptive text. A quick reference identification key organizes the 400 specimens by the major fossil classification, making it easier to find detailed information for each one.
Download or read book A Guide to Fossils written by Helmut Mayr and published by . This book was released on 1996-11-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anyone interested in collecting fossils or in learning more about the previous life of these animals and plants will find a wealth of information in this lavishly illustrated guide. Here Helmut Mayr brings together over five hundred color photographs with concise and lively descriptions of both common and unusual fossils. Intended to aid amateurs in specimen identification and classification, this book offers an encyclopedic breadth of coverage that many specialists too will find useful. In his introduction Mayr discusses the most important genera of animals and plants, the origins of fossils and the forms of their preservation, tips on collecting and on recovery and storing, technical terminology, and insights into scientific research. The main section contains illustrations and descriptions of the fossils themselves, with an emphasis on ammonites, but also including corals, mollusks, snails, echinoderms and brachiopods, vertebrates, and plants. Each illustrated example is accompanied by information on distinguishing marks, geographical distribution, period of existence, and the habits and ecology of the important representatives of the individual genera.
Book Synopsis Fossils by : Frank Harold Trevor Rhodes
Download or read book Fossils written by Frank Harold Trevor Rhodes and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1990 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides information on the history of the development of life on earth, details of the typical plants and animals of significant geological areas, and maps of areas where fossils can be found.
Download or read book Fossil Hunting written by Steve Parker and published by Southwater Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover how fossils are formed, and where they are found around the world.
Book Synopsis The Fossil Book by : Patricia Vickers Rich
Download or read book The Fossil Book written by Patricia Vickers Rich and published by Courier Dover Publications. This book was released on 2020-01-15 with total page 763 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expanded edition of definitive guide for professionals and amateurs presents valuable information about finding, preserving, and studying fossils. Over 1,500 drawings and photographs. "Readable . . . and remarkably comprehensive." — Chicago Sunday Tribune.
Book Synopsis Florida's Fossils by : Robin C. Brown
Download or read book Florida's Fossils written by Robin C. Brown and published by Pineapple Press Inc. This book was released on 2008 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How and where to hunt fossils, and the history of these Florida treasures.
Book Synopsis My Best Book of Rocks and Fossils by : Chris Pellant
Download or read book My Best Book of Rocks and Fossils written by Chris Pellant and published by Kingfisher. This book was released on 2007-06-15 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fact-filled, accessibly written book encourages young readers to start exploring our rocky world and discover the treasures that lie beneath our feet, from fascinating fossils to precious gemstones.
Book Synopsis The Pocket Guide to Fossils by : Chris Pellant
Download or read book The Pocket Guide to Fossils written by Chris Pellant and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to fossils which features colour photographs of plant specimens, algae, corals, molluscs and fish from all over the world. It includes descriptions of over 350 fossils with full details on their formation, evolution and uses.
Book Synopsis National Geographic Pocket Guide to Rocks and Minerals of North America by : Sarah Garlick
Download or read book National Geographic Pocket Guide to Rocks and Minerals of North America written by Sarah Garlick and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2014 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrations and mineral hardness scale on endpapers.
Book Synopsis A Beachcomber's Guide to Fossils by : Bob Gale
Download or read book A Beachcomber's Guide to Fossils written by Bob Gale and published by Wormsloe Foundation Nature Boo. This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Millions of years before humans began visiting Atlantic and Gulf coast beaches, amazing creatures roamed this region. They are gone now but left behind fossil treasures you can pick up today. A Beachcomber's Guide to Fossils uses hundreds of color close-up photos and detailed descriptions to show you how to recognize these exciting finds. This field guide will help you uncover mysteries hiding among the seashells, sand, and driftwood. You'll learn to identify remnant bones and teeth from mammoths, sharks, armadillos, tortoises, and many other prehistoric giants.
Book Synopsis Fossils (A True Book: Earth Science) by : Ann O. Squire
Download or read book Fossils (A True Book: Earth Science) written by Ann O. Squire and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2021-10-19 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fossils are one of the most important tools we have for learning about long-extinct wildlife. A True Book: Earth Science series presents fascinating facts and fun activities that will engage the budding earth scientist, while exploring the fields of geology, meteorology, ecology, and more. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study. In the 4.6 billion years since Earth was formed, many plant and animal species have come and gone. Readers will discover how fossils are formed, how paleontologists search for them, and what kinds of information they can provide.
Book Synopsis A Collector's Guide to Rock, Mineral, & Fossil Localities of Utah by : James R. Wilson
Download or read book A Collector's Guide to Rock, Mineral, & Fossil Localities of Utah written by James R. Wilson and published by Utah Geological Survey. This book was released on 1995 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the tremendous growth of population in this and neighboring states, there are more collectors than ever before and with the rapidly escalating prices for mineral and fossil specimens in the retail market, there is a great demand for displayable material. It has become necessary for professional geologists, hobby collectors, and commercial collectors to recognize each others existence and to try to work together within a framework of regulation, courtesy, and common sense so that material of scientific value is not lost and undue restrictions are not placed upon collecting. There is a continuing need for collectors and professionals to work together with resource managers and legislators to develop workable laws and rules affecting the collecting of minerals and fossils. This publication contains details information about collecting areas, divided by county to make for ease of use. Each collecting area contains information about the minerals, rocks, or fossils present, map recommendations, and other helpful tips on getting to the sites.
Author :Frank H. T. Rhodes Publisher :Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press ISBN 13 :1466864699 Total Pages :160 pages Book Rating :4.4/5 (668 download)
Download or read book Fossils written by Frank H. T. Rhodes and published by Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2014-02-25 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eBook is best viewed on a color device. This introduction to the life of the past as revealed through fossils includes: -Descriptions of the typical plants and animals of major geological eras -Maps showing where fossils can be found -The history of the development of life on earth Full-color illustrations and concise information make this an invaluable and enjoyable guide to a fascinating subject.
Book Synopsis A Pocket Guide to Dinosaurs by : Answers in Genesis
Download or read book A Pocket Guide to Dinosaurs written by Answers in Genesis and published by Answers in Genesis. This book was released on 2010-08-01 with total page 95 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fossils written by DK and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2021-10-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 invertebrate, vertebrate, and plant fossils from around the world. This comprehensive pocket guide is the perfect introduction to finding, identifying, and collecting fossils. It features more than 500 species of plant and animal fossils, from trilobites and megafauna to dinosaurs and ancient trees. This handbook cuts through the complicated identification process with expertly written and thoroughly vetted text that features precise description, enabling you to recognize a species instantly. Over 1,000 photographs, with illuminating annotations, help you pick out a fossil's chief characteristics and distinguishing features, while a color illustration shows the fossil as a living plant or animal. The detailed introduction explains what a fossil is and how they are classified. Start building your own collection with advice on where to look for fossils, what tools and safety equipment are needed for collecting, and how best to organize a fossil collection. To help you in the initial stages of identification, this book provides a visual identification key that makes it easy to recognize a fossil and place it in its correct group. Finally, a concise glossary gives instant understanding of technical and scientific terms.
Download or read book The Dinosaur Book written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-09-18 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this beautiful children’s encyclopedia will bring young readers face to face with some of the most incredible creatures ever to exist! Did you know that archeologists recently discovered the fossils of a 110 million-year-old dinosaur named Nodosaur, as well as some remarkable feathered dinosaurs that were recently unearthed in China? Well, now you do! Explore everything you need to know about dinosaurs, pterosaurs, marine reptiles, and mammals in this stunning dinosaur encyclopedia for children aged 9-12. Featuring fossil fragments, full skeletons, and CGI renderings of dinosaurs – from the deadly Tyrannosaurus to the plant-eating Diplodocus, armored fish to giant millipedes and terrifying sharks and so much more, this dazzling dinosaur book is a must-have volume for young dinosaur enthusiasts. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore: - Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings and illustrations on every page - A highly visual approach to learning - Ideal combination of colorful diagrams with infographic text boxes - Featuring amazing close-ups and CGI reconstructions of prehistoric scenes. - In association with The Smithsonian Institution Covering all forms of prehistoric life, from the first primitive invertebrates to the earliest mammals, this kids dinosaur book provides young readers with essential background information about the geological periods, evolution and extinction, and every aspect of dinosaur science! The striking illustrations, photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum visual learning experience for both children and adults alike, accompanied by an array of fun facts all about your favorite fierce dinosaurs, and some lesser-known species too. This dinosaur encyclopedia includes at-a-glance panels that provide a quick reference to all the stats, making it an ideal combination of colorful diagrams and infographic text boxes, with easy-to-read accessible text for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children’s encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations. Learn all about the world one picture at a time! If you like Dinosaur Book then why not complete the collection? Part of the highly visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can become vehicle virtuosos with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes, venture on a journey across the globe with Countries, Cultures, People & Places and explore the animal kingdom like never before with The Animal Book.
Book Synopsis My Book of Rocks and Minerals by : Devin Dennie
Download or read book My Book of Rocks and Minerals written by Devin Dennie and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-07-11 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning visual reference book for little geologists who love to find fascinating rocks all around them. Identify colorful gemstones, sparkly crystals, the toughest rocks, and ancient fossils. Packed with fun facts, information, and extensive photos all about the rocks and minerals that make up the world around us. Interactive learning that engages young scholarly minds. Learn about 64 different types of rocks and minerals, how to tell the difference between them and where to find them. Dig into all the interesting geological materials from deep space to the deepest caves. You’ll even discover glow in the dark minerals and living gems! Find out about the stuff our world is made of, and how rocks and minerals form over time. This captivating book introduces children to hands-on science with fun activities like starting your own impressive rock collection and how to stay safe on your rock finding missions. Written for kids aged 6 to 9 with bite-sized information and explanations. The easy-to-understand language gives them a rock-solid foundation for science subjects. The geology book includes the phonetic pronunciation of the rock and mineral names so your little one will sound like a rock expert in no time. Rockin’ It With Stones And Minerals • Stunning high-quality photographs. • Inspiring activities for little Earth scientists. • Over 64 types of rocks, their properties, and how they are formed.
