A Coast to Explore

A Coast to Explore

Author: Miles O. Hayes

Publisher: Pandion Books

Published: 2010-12-01

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 0981661815

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From wave-cut rock cliffs and sea caves to gravel beaches and coastal dunes, California’s coastline has enthralled visitors from around the world. A Coast to Explore describes the origins of these coastal features and unravels the wonderful mystery of how the birth of the San Andreas Fault system created what we see today. Miles O. Hayes and Jacqueline Michel have been mapping the coast of California since the 1980s as part of a larger initiative to protect coastlines around the world from hazardous oil spills. A Coast to Explore is the culmination of their work. Through a delightful narrative, it details the geological evolution of central California’s coast from Bodega Bay to Point Conception, including the effects of erosion during El Niños, the impacts of tsunamis, and the formation of spectacular raised marine terraces. Key ecological resources are described for each of the major subdivisions of the coast. Through richly illustrated diagrams, full-color photographs, and satellite images, A Coast to Explore takes readers on a fascinating journey of discovery so they can better understand why the Central California coast is so remarkable.


Geology of North America—An Overview

Geology of North America—An Overview

Author: Albert W. Bally

Publisher: Geological Society of America

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 633

ISBN-13: 0813754453

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Summaries of the major features of the geology of North America and the adjacent oceanic regions are presented in 20 chapters. Topics covered include concise reviews of current thinking about Precambrian basement, Phanerozoic orogens, cratonic basins, passive-margin geology of the Atlantic and Gulf Coast regions, marine and terrestrial geology of the Caribbean region and economic geology.


Encyclopedia of the World's Coastal Landforms

Encyclopedia of the World's Coastal Landforms

Author: Eric Bird

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2010-02-25

Total Pages: 1530

ISBN-13: 1402086385

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This unique richly-illustrated account of the landforms and geology of the world’s coasts, presented in a country-by-country (state-by-state) sequence, assembles a vast amount of data and images of an endangered and increasingly populated and developed landform. An international panel of 138 coastal experts provides information on “what is where” on each sector of coast, together with explanations of the landforms, their evolution and the changes taking place on them. As well as providing details on the coastal features of each country (state or county) the compendium can be used to determine the extent of particular features along the world’s coasts and to investigate comparisons and contrasts between various world regions. With more than 1440 color illustrations and photos, it is particularly useful as a source of information prior to researching or just visiting a sector of coast. References are provided to the current literature on coastal evolution and coastline changes.


Fin M'Coul, the Giant of Knockmany Hill

Fin M'Coul, the Giant of Knockmany Hill

Author: Tomie dePaola

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2013-06-18

Total Pages: 37

ISBN-13: 1480411310

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An ALA Notable Children’s Book Fin’s wife saves him from the most feared giant in Ireland. This fixed-layout ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book, features read-along narration by the author.


Regional Geology of Mount Diablo, California

Regional Geology of Mount Diablo, California

Author: Raymond Sullivan

Publisher: Geological Society of America

Published: 2021

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 0813712173

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"Mount Diablo and the geology of the Central California Coast Ranges are the subject of a volume celebrating the Northern California Geological Society's 75th anniversary. The breadth of research illustrates the complex Mesozoic to Cenozoic tectonic evolution of the plate boundary"--


Exploring the Geology of the Carolinas

Exploring the Geology of the Carolinas

Author: Kevin G. Stewart

Publisher: UNC Press Books

Published: 2015-12-01

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1469625733

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How were the Appalachian Mountains formed? Are the barrier islands moving? Is there gold in the Carolinas? The answers to these questions and many more appear in this reader-friendly guide to the geology of North Carolina and South Carolina. Exploring the Geology of the Carolinas pairs a brief geological history of the region with 31 field trips to easily accessible, often familiar sites in both states where readers can observe firsthand the evidence of geologic change found in rocks, river basins, mountains, waterfalls, and coastal land formations. Geologist Kevin Stewart and science writer Mary-Russell Roberson begin by explaining techniques geologists use to "read" rocks, the science of plate tectonics, and the formation of the Carolinas. The field trips that follow are arranged geographically by region, from the Blue Ridge to the Piedmont to the Coastal Plain. Richly illustrated and accompanied by a helpful glossary of geologic terms, this field guide is a handy and informative carry-along for hikers, tourists, teachers, and families--anyone interested in the science behind the sights at their favorite Carolina spots. Includes field trips to: Grandfather Mountain, N.C. Linville Falls, N.C. Caesars Head State Park, S.C. Reed Gold Mine, N.C. Pilot Mountain State Park, N.C. Raven Rock State Park, N.C. Sugarloaf Mountain, S.C. Santee State Park, S.C. Jockey's Ridge State Park, N.C. Carolina Beach State Park, N.C. and 21 more sites in the Carolinas! Southern Gateways Guide is a registered trademark of the University of North Carolina Press


Engineered by Nature (Set)

Engineered by Nature (Set)

Author: Martha London

Publisher: Engineered by Nature

Published: 2020-12-15

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781532192821

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The world is full of natural wonders, from the highest point above sea level to giant crystals growing deep underground. Amazing landforms are found in every landscape, from deserts to the ocean. Engineered by Nature introduces readers to these incredible places, explains how they formed, and discusses their importance to people. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.


Geology of Ireland

Geology of Ireland

Author: P. A. Meere

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781848891661

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A beautifully illustrated field guide to Ireland's geology, which is both varied and spectacular.