* Plate tectonics are covered early in the book, starting with processes then moving to applications. Students are given the tools for understanding plate tectonics before they learn to apply it. * Contains a unique chapter on the Biosphere. * Chapter 11 provides a unique recap of the Rock Cycle and plate tectonics together. * Each part is separated by "The Art of Geology" which provides a literary, historical or artistic reference to geology. This feature addresses...
More Description* Plate tectonics are covered early in the book, starting with processes then moving to applications. Students are given the tools for understanding plate tectonics before they learn to apply it.
* Contains a unique chapter on the Biosphere.
* Chapter 11 provides a unique recap of the Rock Cycle and plate tectonics together.
* Each part is separated by "The Art of Geology" which provides a literary, historical or artistic reference to geology. This feature addresses the liberal arts student taking physical geology to fulfill a requirement.