From the Publisher:
A lab manual placing great emphasis on student understanding of the earth as a complex, evolving system having interacting processes and cycles of change; designed for the introductory course (lab component) in physical geology. Practical consistent exercise format, concise background information, 15 exercises, and full-color illustrations. Includes Internet Activities.
From the Back Cover:
Key Benefit: With the input of more than 100 contributing authors and peer reviewers, Laboratory Manual in Physical Geology is the most richly-illustrated, state-of-the art, user-friendly laboratory available for introductory geology and geoscience. Key Topics: This manual consists of fifteen laboratories on the most widely- requested topics. Each laboratory is comprised of introductory materials, 3-7 laboratory exercises, and handy tear-out worksheets. Laboratories are written in a consistent, user-friendly style and format based on contributions from 45 geologists and geoscience educators. A highly flexible format allows to pick and choose labs. Stimulating visuals! Dennis Tasa, a highly-respected geology illustrator, provides superior art that is pedagogically effective and geologically accurate. Also included is an abundance of high-quality photographs, images, stereograms, maps, and charts to reinforce the visual aspect of geology and enhance student learning.
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