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ISBN Number: 9780495013280
Subtitle: Exploring the Earth Sciences
Author: Owen, Claudia
Author: Owen, Claudia
Author: Draper, Grenville
Author: Pirie, Diane
Publisher: Thomson Brooks/Cole
Subject: Astrophysics & Space Science
Subject: Earth Sciences, General
Subject: Earth Sciences
Copyright: 2006
Edition Number: 2
Publication Date: August 2005
Cover Type: Paperback
Grade Level: College/higher education:
Written in: English
Illustrations: Y
Number of Pages: 576
Book Size: 10.96x8.52x.80 in. 2.55 lbs.
Utilizing graphs and simple calculations, this clearly written lab manual complements the study of earth science or physical geology. Engaging activities are designed to help you develop data-gathering skills (e.g., mineral and rock identification) and data-analysis skills. You'll learn how to understand aerial and satellite images; to perceive the importance of stratigraphic columns, geologic sections, and seismic waves; and more. Book News Annotation:
The 20 labs in this supplemental text provide hands-on activities for
learning about rocks and minerals, maps, geologic time, surface
features, natural processes, weather conditions, and resources.
Perforated pages. The second edition adds three chapters on
landslides and mass movements, glaciers and climate change, and
deserts and arid landscapes.
Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Book News Annotation:
The 20 labs in this supplemental text provide hands-on activities for
learning about rocks and minerals, maps, geologic time, surface
features, natural processes, weather conditions, and resources.
Perforated pages. The second edition adds three chapters on
landslides and mass movements, glaciers and climate change, and
deserts and arid landscapes.
Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Synopsis:
Filled with simple experiments, EARTH LAB: EXPLORING THE EARTH SCIENCES covers a variety of topics in physical geology, environmental geology, and earth science course. Hands-on activities help you develop your data-gathering and analysis skills, including rock and mineral identification, aerial photo analysis, and geological map interpretation.
