Physical Geology, 16th Edition:
Summary: “Physical Geology” provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of Earth’s processes, materials, and landscapes. In this 16th edition, the book covers key topics such as minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, weathering, erosion, and geological time. It explores the dynamic interactions between Earth’s surface processes, internal structures, and external forces that shape the planet’s surface features. With its emphasis on scientific inquiry and critical thinking, this textbook engages students in understanding the principles of physical geology and their relevance to real-world phenomena.
Authors: Charles C. Plummer, Diane H. Carlson, and Lisa Hammersley are among the authors of this textbook.
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
Publication Year: 2019
ISBN-10: 1259929657
ISBN-13: 978-1259929653