Exploring Geology First Edition
Stephen Reynolds  •  Julia Johnson  •  Mike Kelly
Paul Morin  •  Chuck Carter

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There is no other introductory geology text on the market similar to Exploring Geology by Stephen Reynolds, Julia Johnson, Mike Kelly, Paul Morin, and Chuck Carter. It incorporates a completely new way of presenting geology concepts that is sure to benefit students AND instructors!
Features
  • Entirely written and developed based on educational and cognitive research on how people learn.
  • Figures and illustrations are used as the focus for learning. Over 2,500 illustrations are included to help readers understand concepts and put these concepts directly into their proper spatial contexts.
  • Consists of a series of two-page spreads. Each spread is designed to concisely convey the important aspects of a geological concept or system. The two-page spreads help readers gain new information in manageable amounts that can be combined into a coherent framework of knowledge. These independent spreads allow instructors to easily customize the book around their course.
  • Designed to encourage inquiry and provide readers with tools to think critically about geologic issues .
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Table of Contents
Preliminary Preface
Sample Chapter 1 - The Nature of Geology
Sample Chapter 2 - Investigating Geologic Questions
Sample Chapter 3 - Plate Tectonics
Sample Chapter 4 - Earth Materials
Sample Chapter 5 - Igneous Environments
Sample Chapter 6 - Volcanoes & Volcanic Hazards
Sample Chapter 12 - Earthquakes & Earth's Interior
Sample Chapter 13 - Climate, Weather & Their Influences on Geology
Sample Chapter 16 - Rivers and Streams

iView Video Introduction
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Sample Media PowerPoint File
Chapter 17 Sample Media PowerPoint

What to Know List
What to Know

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