Why Geology Matters

2011-05-02 Science

Author : Doug Macdougall
Release : 2011-05-02
Genre : Science
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 920/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Why Geology Matters written by Doug Macdougall. This book was released on 2011-05-02. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volcanic dust, climate change, tsunamis, earthquakes—geoscience explores phenomena that profoundly affect our lives. But more than that, as Doug Macdougall makes clear, the science also provides important clues to the future of the planet. In an entertaining and accessibly written narrative, Macdougall gives an overview of Earth’s astonishing history based on information extracted from rocks, ice cores, and other natural archives. He explores such questions as: What is the risk of an asteroid striking Earth? Why does the temperature of the ocean millions of years ago matter today? How are efforts to predict earthquakes progressing? Macdougall also explains the legacy of greenhouse gases from Earth’s past and shows how that legacy shapes our understanding of today’s human-caused climate change. We find that geoscience in fact illuminates many of today’s most pressing issues—the availability of energy, access to fresh water, sustainable agriculture, maintaining biodiversity—and we discover how, by applying new technologies and ideas, we can use it to prepare for the future.

Why Geology Matters

2011 Historical geology

Author : J. D. Macdougall
Release : 2011
Genre : Historical geology
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Download or read book Why Geology Matters written by J. D. Macdougall. This book was released on 2011. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Macdougall delves into key processes and events in Earth's geologic history, how science has uncovered the story of the planet's past, and how this knowledge could help us to forecast, predict, or adapt to future examples of such geologic hazards as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, supereruptions from 'hot spots,' or impacts from extraterrestrial objects"--Provided by publisher.

Song of the Earth

2021 Science

Author : Elisabeth Ervin-Blankenheim
Release : 2021
Genre : Science
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 466/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Song of the Earth written by Elisabeth Ervin-Blankenheim. This book was released on 2021. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A portrayal of our planet that offers easy-to-grasp discussions of scientific concepts and detailed examinations of Earth's tectonic, biological, and paleontological forces. From the esoteric science of minerals to the interactions between humans and their environment, our planet provides answers to every question we could ask about its history and what lies ahead. The book is illustrated with maps, diagrams, and pictures, explaining everything from how a roiling, molten planet cooled to how the first cyanobacteria began to oxygenate the atmosphere to how the atmosphere has changed over time. Ervin-Blankenheim also provides narratives about pioneering geologists and their groundbreaking discoveries. In viewing the planet as the integrated ecosystem it is, Ervin-Blankenheim showcases how land, water, life, and the atmosphere maintain an elegant yet delicate balance-one that, based on the author's evidence of current trends in the context of past planetary cataclysm, appears to be under imminent threat.

Geology For Dummies

2011-07-26 Science

Author : Alecia M. Spooner
Release : 2011-07-26
Genre : Science
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 525/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Geology For Dummies written by Alecia M. Spooner. This book was released on 2011-07-26. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get a rock-solid grasp on geology Geology is the study of the earth's history as well as the physical and chemical processes that continue to shape the earth today. Jobs in the geosciences are expected to increase over the next decade, which will increase geology-related jobs well above average projection for all occupations in the coming years. Geology For Dummies is the most accessible book on the market for anyone who needs to get a handle on the subject, whether you?re looking to supplement classroom learning or are simply interested in earth sciences. Presented in a straightforward, trusted format, it features a thorough introduction to the study of the earth, its materials, and its processes. Tracks to a typical college-level introductory geology course An 8-page color insert includes photos of rocks, minerals, and geologic marvels Covers geological processes; rock records and geologic times; matter, minerals, and rock; and more Geology For Dummies is an excellent classroom supplement for all students who enroll in introductory geology courses, from geology majors to those who choose earth science courses as electives.

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