Physical Geology
by Charles (Carlos) C. Plummer, Diane Carlson, Lisa Hammersley
17th Edition
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Higher Education
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9781260722246 |
| eText ISBN | 9781266075285 |
| Publisher | McGraw-Hill Higher Education |
| Publishing Year | 2022 |
| Edition | 17th Edition |
| Language | English |
Physical Geology, 17th Edition, is an introductory textbook published by McGraw-Hill Higher Education that presents core principles of physical geology. The text introduces foundational Earth science concepts through an accessible writing style and balanced topical depth.
Core subjects examine internal and surface Earth dynamics, including plate tectonics, igneous and sedimentary processes, and minerals alongside surface weathering, streams, and glaciation. The volume also surveys major tectonic features such as earthquakes, mountain belts, and the ocean floor.
Having helped students learn basic geological concepts for more than 25 years, this work supports individuals fulfilling a general science elective requirement as well as those contemplating a career in geology.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introducing Geology, the Essentials of Plate Tectonics, and Other Important Concepts
Chapter 2: Atoms, Elements and Minerals
Chapter 3: Igneous Rocks, the Origin and Evolution of Magma, and Intrusive Activity
Chapter 4: Volcanism and Extrusive Rocks
Chapter 5: Weathering and Soil
Chapter 6: Sediment and Sedimentary Rocks
Chapter 7: Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks
Chapter 8: Time and Geology
Chapter 9: Mass Wasting
Chapter 10: Streams and Floods
Chapter 11: Groundwater
Chapter 12: Glaciers and Glaciation
Chapter 13: Deserts and Wind Action
Chapter 14: Waves, Beaches, and Coasts
Chapter 15: Geologic Structures
Chapter 16: Earthquakes
Chapter 17: Earth’s Interior and Geophysical Properties
Chapter 18: The Sea Floor
Chapter 19: Plate Tectonics—The Unifying Theory
Chapter 20: Mountain Belts and the Continental Crust
Chapter 21: Global Climate Change
Chapter 22: Resources
Chapter 23: The Earth’s Companions
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