Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology, Stratigraphic
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Precambrian
Author: Encyclopedia of Geology
Author: Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0081029098
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 5634
Book Description
Encyclopedia of Geology, Second Edition presents in six volumes state-of-the-art reviews on the various aspects of geologic research, all of which have moved on considerably since the writing of the first edition. New areas of discussion include extinctions, origins of life, plate tectonics and its influence on faunal provinces, new types of mineral and hydrocarbon deposits, new methods of dating rocks, and geological processes. Users will find this to be a fundamental resource for teachers and students of geology, as well as researchers and non-geology professionals seeking up-to-date reviews of geologic research. Provides a comprehensive and accessible one-stop shop for information on the subject of geology, explaining methodologies and technical jargon used in the field Highlights connections between geology and other physical and biological sciences, tackling research problems that span multiple fields Fills a critical gap of information in a field that has seen significant progress in past years Presents an ideal reference for a wide range of scientists in earth and environmental areas of study
Quantifying the Evolution of Early Life
Author: Marc LaflammePublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9400706804
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 474
Book Description
This volume provides a detailed description of a wide range of numerical, statistical or modeling techniques and novel instrumentation separated into individual chapters written by paleontologists with expertise in the given methodology. Each chapter outlines the strengths and limitations of specific numerical or technological approaches, and ultimately applies the chosen method to a real fossil dataset or sample type. A unifying theme throughout the book is the evaluation of fossils during the prologue and epilogue of one of the most exciting events in Earth History: the Cambrian radiation.
Stratigraphy, Paleontology, and Economic Geology of Portions of Perry and Cochran Quadrangles, Georgia
Author: Howard Ross CramerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 858
Book Description
Palaeontologia Cathayana
Author: Zengquan LiPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3662126621
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 540
Book Description
j***VERKAUFSKATEGORIE*** 0 e Palaeontologia Cathayana, a book series published in English, offers researchers outside of the People's Republic of China access to Chinese original literature on palaeontology and stratigraphy. The Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, Academia Sinica, non-periodically publishes papers on all aspects of palaeontology, stratigraphy and palaeobiogeography. These papers, including review articles, short papers on the description or discussion of important fauna and flora, are originals of great value with fine illustrations. Moreover, this series also provides timely reports on recent research not only of the Institute but from varied projects within the People's Republic of China.
The Rise of Animals
Author: Mikhail A. FedonkinPublisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801886799
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
An essential resource for paleontologists, biologists, geologists, and teachers, The Rise of Animals is the best single reference on one of earth's most significant events.
Paleontology of Late Proterozoic and Early Cambrian Rocks of East-central Alaska
Author: Carol Wagner AllisonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Paleontology
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
See journals under US Geological survey. Prof. paper 1449.
Proterozoic Geology
Author: L. Gordon MedarisPublisher: Geological Society of America
ISBN: 0813711614
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Patterns of evolution, as illustrated by the fossil record
Author: Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0080868460
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 607
Book Description
Patterns of evolution, as illustrated by the fossil record
Invertebrate Palaeontology and Evolution
Author: E. N. K. ClarksonPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444313320
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 471
Book Description
Invertebrate Palaeontology and Evolution is well established as the foremost palaeontology text at the undergraduate level. This fully revised fourth edition includes a complete update of the sections on evolution and the fossil record, and the evolution of the early metazoans. New work on the classification of the major phyla (in particular brachiopods and molluscs) has been incorporated. The section on trace fossils is extensively rewritten. The author has taken care to involve specialists in the major groups, to ensure the taxonomy is as up-to-date and accurate as possible.