Principles of sedimentology / edited by Cody Long
Contributor(s): Long, Cody [editor]
Language: English Publisher: New York, NY : Larsen & Keller, [2017]Copyright date: c2017Description: vi, 284 pages : illustrations; 26 cmContent type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9781635494419Subject(s): Sedimentology | Sedimentary rocksDDC classification: 552.5 Summary: Description : Sedimentology refers to the study of different sediments present on planet Earth. This study includes the examination of clay, silt and sand so as to get information regarding the erosion process, lithification, deposition, weathering and diagenesis, etc. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the fundamental concepts in the field of sedimentology. It includes a detailed explanation of the various methods and techniques of this subject. For all those who are interested in this area, the text can prove to be an essential guide. As this field is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this book will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the field.| Item type | Current location | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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Author/Editor :
Cody Long pursued his PhD. in Geoscience from the Keele University, United Kingdom. He is actively engaged in the researches focused on study of varied types ofsediments, sedimentary rocks and sedimentary structures. Long has authored and edited more than 27 articles, journal papers and book chapters in the field of isotope geochemistry. He has also won an ?Outstanding Professor Award? for his outstanding contribution towards the student community especially in the undergraduate programs.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description :
Sedimentology refers to the study of different sediments present on planet Earth. This study includes the examination of clay, silt and sand so as to get information regarding the erosion process, lithification, deposition, weathering and diagenesis, etc. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the fundamental concepts in the field of sedimentology. It includes a detailed explanation of the various methods and techniques of this subject. For all those who are interested in this area, the text can prove to be an essential guide. As this field is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this book will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the field.
500-599
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