Excerpt from Franciscan and Related Rocks, and Their Significance in the Geology of Western California
The Franciscan has other unusual aspects in addi tion to the character Of its rocks. Its base has not been Observed, and what lies beneath it is unknown. Like wise, the Upper limit has not been precisely defined.
Figure 1 (below). Generalized correlation chart showing age relations between Franciscan rocks, Great Valley sequence, and Galice and Mariposa Forma tions, and granitic rocks of the Klamath Mountains, Sierra Nevada, and Santa Lucia Range.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed description of the Franciscan Formation, a complex and varied assemblage of rocks found throughout much of western California. The author examines the composition, structure, origin, age, and distribution of these rocks, providing a comprehensive guide to their geological significance. The book synthesizes decades of research on the Franciscan Formation, integrating the work of numerous geologists and incorporating data from published reports, unpublished theses, and the author's own observations. By examining the Franciscan Formation within the broader context of California's geological history, the author illuminates the complex interplay of tectonic forces, climate, and sea-level changes that shaped this fascinating and enigmatic geological feature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781334491689_0
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