Isbn: 9781333295806 - physical features and geologic history of des moines valley: a dissertation submitted to the faculty of the ogden graduate school of science in ... of doctor of philosophy (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an inclusive survey of the Des Moines Valley, both in its physical and geologic history. It traces back the region's origins to the Proterozoic Era, through the sedimentation of rock layers to the sculpting effects of continental glaciers. The author provides a detailed account of the valley's formation, referencing its various stages of development and the resulting impact on the adjacent landscape. Through this readable, comprehensive guide, readers gain not only an understanding of the Des Moines Valley, but also an appreciation for the broader geologic and physiographic processes that shape our world. 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.…