Geology: Internal Processes (Course S260 S.) - Softcover

Rothery, David A.; Bell, A.; Harris, N.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0749280409 ISBN 13: 9780749280406

Publisher: Open University Worldwide, 1999

Synopsis

Focusing on the Earth's internal processes, this unit encompasses processes that occur below the Earth's surface or that are driven from below. The topics covered include: plate tectonics; melting; intrusive and volcanic rocks; igneous provinces; metamorphism; rock structures; rock-deforming processes; and, how structures form and tectonic environments.

Edition details

• Publisher: Open University Worldwide
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0749280409
• ISBN 13: 9780749280406
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 143