This follow-up to "Principles of Sedimentology" is suitable for graduates and includes key topics such as sea-level plate tectonics, vertical tectonics, diagenesis, process sedimentology, control on sedimentation, basin analysis, and seismic stratigraphy and sequence stratigraphy. There is also a chapter devoted to extraterrestrial forcing which discusses topics such as planetary orbits, Milankovitch climatic factors, the sun's orbit, and the cyclic aspects of oceanic tides.
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Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0023173408-8-1