Essentials of Geology

By Donna Whitney, Stanley Chernicoff, Chernicoff Stanley/ Whitney Donna

A condensed version of Geology, 3e, this textbook provides succinct, focused explanations of key points-ideal for those who require a basic introduction to the field. As in the past, the Third Edition successfully engages students by concentrating on dynamic geologic processes rather than on rote memorisation of key terms. Three themes (plate tectonics, environmental geology and natural resources, and planetary geology) appear repeatedly throughout the text to highlight the connections between core concepts. Highlights of this third edition include: - New Text design is more visually appealing, and more effective in communicating core concepts of geology to students - New Geology at a Glance features use flow charts, figures and photos to visually summarise difficult concepts in a succinct manner, recognising that many students are visual learners - New Coverage of Earth Systems is integrated throughout the text - New Highlights Boxes, which link applications of the geology being studied to situations that are recognisable to students, are now categorised as Environmental, Earth System Science, or Application/Everyday Interest and have been substantially revised - New Chapter Summaries are shorter than in previous editions allowing a quicker review - New Superior technology package offers both students and instructors a multitude of resources to facilitate learning and teaching

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0618221514
• ISBN13: 9780618221516
• Release Date: July 2002
• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 2.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 9.0" x 10.7"

Customer Reviews

Fantastic...

As an earth and space science student teacher, I look for material that I can pass off to my class of middle school students. I use this text to augment THEIR text and my lesson plans. This book is a must for any type of earth science enthusiast. The articles and chapters are easily read and understood, and the diagrams are works of art. BRAVO!