Earth's Dynamic Systems - Softcover

Hamblin, W. Kenneth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0023495014 ISBN 13: 9780023495014

Publisher: Prentice Hall, 1995

Synopsis

For Introductory courses in Physical or Introductory Geology found in departments of Geology, Earth Science, or Physical Science.

Significantly revised to be an optimum learning tool, the Tenth Edition of Earth's Dynamic Systems maintains its solid coverage of the two major energy systems of Earth: the plate tectonic system and the hydrologic cycle. Boasting a new, highly accessible four-part organization, this renowned text fulfills the needs of professors with current content and a striking illustration package, while exposing students to the global view of Earth and teaching them to look at the world as geologists do.

About this title

From the Back Cover

There are two major pathways for the flow of energy and matter on Earth: (1) the hydrologic system―the circulation of water over Earth's surface and through its atmosphere powered by energy from the Sun, and (2) the tectonic system―the movement of material powered by heat from Earth's interior. These two unifying themes form the backbone of Earth's Dynamic Systems, providing a logical, well-crafted, spectacularly illustrated introduction to physical geology.

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

GeoLogic―Geologists have a unique way of reading the landscape and rocks. These essays illustrate in words and images how modern geologists interpret the world around us.

Updated and Enhanced Student CD-ROM: Includes dozens of high-quality animations, photographs, and videos.

• Guided Tours: These animated tours of Earth's major landforms illustrate key concepts in a way the printed word and still pictures cannot.
• Slideshows: Written and photographed by the authors, the slideshows expand on the text with additional photographs and explanations.
• Videos and animations: Gathered from geologists around the world, these illustrate both fundamental concepts and how modern geologists study Earth

Synopsis

This introductory text integrates the two major energy systems of Earth: the plate tectonic system and hydrological system. Using these systems to explore fundamental geological processes, this edition continues to offer its "question-statement-discussion-example" format and other pedagogical features.

Edition details

• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0023495014
• ISBN 13: 9780023495014
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 670