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The earth a very short introduction
Martin Redfern explores the most recent geological research, explaining how new advances in the understanding of plate tectonics, seismology, and satellite imagery have enabled us to begin to see the earth for what it is: a dynamic and ever-changing planet. This clear and fascinating book brings the...
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New York
Oxford
2013
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| Summary: | Martin Redfern explores the most recent geological research, explaining how new advances in the understanding of plate tectonics, seismology, and satellite imagery have enabled us to begin to see the earth for what it is: a dynamic and ever-changing planet. This clear and fascinating book brings the story of the earth up to date, revealing our present understanding of the complex processes that govern our planet |
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| Item Description: | The way we think about the earth was revolutionized thirty years ago when geolgists realized that the continents were drifting across the surface of the globe, and that oceans were being created and destroyed. |
| Physical Description: | 141p. |
| ISBN: | 9780192803078 |