Geology of the Precambrian Superior and Grenville Provinces and Precambian Fossils in North America

Geology of the Precambrian Superior and Grenville Provinces and Precambian Fossils in North America
Author: S.B. Lucas
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Total Pages: 395
Release: 1998
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0813754461

This volume contains a description of the geology and mineral deposits of the Superior Province of the Canadian Shield, an overview of Grenville Province geology, and a synopsis of Precambrian fossil occurrences in North America. Six large plates include a geological map of Canada, geological map of the Grenville Province, lithotectonic map of the Superior Province, Archean mineral deposit map of the Superior Province, and more.

From Rodinia to Pangea

From Rodinia to Pangea
Author: Richard P. Tollo
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Total Pages: 972
Release: 2010
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0813712068

"The Appalachians constitute one of Earth's major tectonic features and have served as a springboard for innovative geologic thought for more than 170 years. This volume contains 36 original papers reporting the results of research performed throughout nearly the entire length and breadth of the Appalachian region, including all major provinces and geographical areas. Memoir 206 was designed to commemorate the (near-)fortieth anniversary of the publication of the classic Studies of Appalachian Geology volumes that appeared just prior to the application of plate tectonic concepts to the region. Contributions concerning structural evolution, sedimentation, stratigraphy, magmatic processes, metamorphism, tectonics, and terrane accretion illustrate the wide range of ongoing research in the area and collectively serve to mark the considerable progress in scientific thought that has occurred during the past four decades."--pub. desc.

Encyclopedia of Earth Science

Encyclopedia of Earth Science
Author: New York Academy of Sciences
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2014-05-14
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1438110049

Presents an illustrated A to Z reference with approximately 700 entries on topics in the earth sciences including hydrology, geology, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, and more.

Gneiss Domes in Orogeny

Gneiss Domes in Orogeny
Author: Donna Whitney
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2004-01-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0813723809

Analogue and Numerical Modelling of Crustal-scale Processes

Analogue and Numerical Modelling of Crustal-scale Processes
Author: Susanne Janita Henriƫt Buiter
Publisher: Geological Society of London
Total Pages: 462
Release: 2006
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781862391918

The crust of the Earth records the deformational processes of the inner Earth and the influence of the overlying atmosphere. The state of the Earth's crust at any time is therefore the result of internal and external processes, which occur on different time and spatial scales. In recent years important steps forward in the understanding of such complex processes have been made by integrating theory and observations with experimental and computer models. This volume presents state-of-the-art analogue and numerical models of processes that alter the Earth's crust. It shows the application of models in a broad range of geological problems with careful documentation of the modelling approach used. This volume contains contributions on analogue and numerical sandbox models, models of orogenic processes, models of sedimentary basins, models of surface processes and deformation, and models of faults and fluid flow.

Exploring Space, Exploring Earth

Exploring Space, Exploring Earth
Author: Paul D. Lowman
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 414
Release: 2002-08-15
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521890625

An account of the impact of space exploration on our understanding of the geology and geophysics of Earth.

Evolution of Archean Crust and Early Life

Evolution of Archean Crust and Early Life
Author: Yildirim Dilek
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 421
Release: 2013-11-26
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9400776152

This book presents an integrated approach to the study of the evolution of the Archean lithosphere, biosphere and atmosphere, and as such it is a unique contribution to our understanding of the early Earth and life. The structural and geochemical make-up of both the oceanic and continental crust of the Archean Earth is documented in some case studies of various cratons, and the implications of the Phanerozoic plate and plume tectonic processes for the Archean geology are discussed in several chapters in the book. All chapters are process-oriented and data-rich, and reflect the most recent knowledge and information on the Archean Earth. The interdisciplinary approach of examining the evolution of the Archean crust, oceans, and life that we adopt in this book sets it apart from previous publications on Precambrian geology. The book will be attractive to researchers in academia and in industry, and to senior undergraduate students, graduate students and faculty in earth and natural sciences.

Palaeoproterozoic Supercontinents and Global Evolution

Palaeoproterozoic Supercontinents and Global Evolution
Author: Steven Michael Reddy
Publisher: Geological Society of London
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2009
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781862392830

The Palaeoproterozoic era (2500-1600 Ma) is a critical period of Earth history, with dynamic evolution from the deep planetary interior to its surface environment. Several lines of geological evidence suggest the existence of at least one pre-Rodinia supercontinent, named Nuna or Columbia, which formed near the end of Palaeoproterozoic time. Prior to this assembly, there may have been an older supercontinent (Kenorland) or perhaps only independently drifting supercratons. The tectonic records of amalgamation and dispersal of these ancient landmasses provide a framework that links processes of the deep Earth with those of its fluid envelope. The sixteen papers in this volume present reviews and new analytical data that span the geological record of Palaeoproterozoic Earth. The volume is useful as a reference book for students and professional geoscientists interested in this important period of global evolution.