Geology: A Very Short Introduction

Jan Zalasiewicz introduces the field of geology, its fundamental role in understanding the Earth and other planets, and its economic importance in the finding and exploitation of resources. He explains how geologists work today, and describes major discoveries such as plate tectonics, and the field's exciting frontiers such as the geology of Mars.

• | By (Author): Jan (Professor Of Palaeobiology, Department Of Geology, University Of Leicester) Zalasiewicz
• | Publisher: Oxford University Press
• | Publication Date: Jul 26, 2018
• | Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• | Number of Pages: 168 pages
• | Language: Unknown
• | Binding: Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0198804458
• | ISBN-13: 9780198804451