Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
ISBN-10
0131547283
ISBN-13
9780131547285
Category
Science / Earth Sciences / Geology
Pages
662
Language
English
Published
2006
Publisher
Pearson Prentice Hall
Author
Sam Boggs

Description

A concise treatment of the fundamental principles of sedimentology and stratigraphy, featuring the important physical, chemical, biological and stratigraphic characteristics of sedimentary rocks. Emphasized are the ways in which the study of sedimentary rocks is used to interpret depositional environments, changes in ancient sea level, and other intriguing aspects of Earth history. Topics include the origin and transport of sedimentary materials; physical properties of sedimentary rocks; composition, classification and diagenesis of sedimentary rocks and principles of stratigraphy and basin analysis. For individuals interested in one text providing comprehensive coverage of both sedimentology and stratigraphy.

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