McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Geological Sciences - McGraw-Hill, Inc. - Hardcover

In-depth, comprehensive coverage of the Earth's solid phase with more than 50% new & revised material. This one-volume Encyclopedia provides a comprehensive treatment of the geological sciences & of the essential materials, processes, compositions, & physical characteristics of the solid part of the Earth's system. It includes both theoretical & practical information on such topics as mineralogy, petrology, historical & surficial geology, geochemistry, geophysics, paleontology, & soil science. A vital source of information for professionals, educators, & students, this updated Second Edition includes 520 alphabetically arranged articles, 650 halftones & line drawings, cross-references to related topics, & a 4500-entry analytical index.Parker, Sybil P. is the author of 'McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Geological Sciences - McGraw-Hill, Inc. - Hardcover' with ISBN 9780070455009 and ISBN 0070455007.