Quaternary Geology for Scientists and Engineers
| Author | : J. A. Catt |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 356 |
| Release | : 1988 |
| ISBN-10 | : UCSD:31822002410942 |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book Quaternary Geology for Scientists and Engineers written by J. A. Catt and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the effects of Quaternary processes of erosion, deposition, soil development, and recognition and interpretation. Methods of classifying, correlating, mapping and dating are described, and the useful interrelations with other disciplines involved in Quaternary studies are explored. The wide range of analytical laboratory techniques applicable to Quaternary deposits are not described in detail, but their uses and limitations are discussed so that the field geologist can decide when it is worth calling upon the services of an expert analyst. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
