Planetary Tectonics: 11 (Cambridge Planetary Science, Series Number 11) - Softcover

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9780521749923: Planetary Tectonics: 11 (Cambridge Planetary Science, Series Number 11)
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ISBN 10: 0521749921 ISBN 13: 9780521749923
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2012

Synopsis

This book is an essential reference volume that surveys tectonic landforms on solid bodies throughout the Solar System.

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Review

"...the book provides invaluable context for understanding why Earth along has plate tectonics, one of many potential tectonic endpoints. Chapters are extensively referenced, and most are well illustrated. Recommended." CHOICE

Book Description

This book surveys tectonic landforms on solid bodies throughout the Solar System. It discusses the properties and processes that explain the variety of structures observed, and provides methods for mapping and analysing these features. Illustrated with diagrams and spectacular planetary images, this is an essential reference volume.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2012
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0521749921
ISBN 13 
9780521749923
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
556
Editor
Watters Thomas R.

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