Making of the earth : geologic forces that shape our planet /
Material type: TextSeries: Facts on File science library | Erickson, Jon, Living earth ; Publication details: New York : Checkmark Books, c2001.Description: xiv, 257 p. : ill., maps ; 24 cmISBN:- 0816045887
- 0816042764 (cased)
- 551.41 21
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ADULT REFERENCE | Chamberlin Free Public Library | Reference | R 551.41 ERI (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | QE501 | Available | 34517000343379 |
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 238-244) and index.
The birth of continents: the formation of continental crust -- Tectonic processes: the shaping of the planet -- Mountain ranges: landforms created by crustal uplift -- Volcanic terrain: landforms created by volcanism -- River courses: landforms created by flowing water -- Coastal geography: landforms created by wave action -- Desert features: landforms created by blowing sand -- Arctic geology: landforms created by Arctic conditions -- Glacial landscapes: landforms created by glaciers -- Unique landforms: landforms created by unusual geologic activity.
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