Exploring Geology on the Isle of Arran : A Set of Field Exercises that Introduce the Practical Skills of Geological Science

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Exploring Geology on the Isle of Arran : A Set of Field Exercises that Introduce the Practical Skills of Geological Science

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  • 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版/ページ数 250 p.
  • 言語 ENG
  • 商品コード 9780521635554
  • DDC分類 554.1461

Full Description

The Isle of Arran in the Firth of Clyde is a classic location to introduce beginners to field geology because of the richness and variety of over 600 million years of history packed into its tiny area. This book breaks the mould of 'excursion guides' by teaching the basic skills needed by any beginner when dealing with rocks in situ. It leads the student through a series of problem-solving exercises which include step-by-step instructions on what observations to make in order to find a solution. They increase in difficulty and cover the spectrum of field skills that a first/second year undergraduate or A-level student needs to master. The exercises include many of the more interesting aspects of Arran's geological history and also introduce some of the fundamental concepts behind the science and the people responsible for them, such as James Hutton and Charles Lyell. This approach injects greater flexibility into teaching and assessing progress in learning. Above all, it shows that the subject is dynamic, thought provoking and fun.

Contents

Preface; Part I. An Introduction to the Field Work: Part II. Learning Basic Field Skills: 1. Present day processes (Sannox Burn and Sannox Bay, north-east coast); 2. Clastic sedimentary rocks (Corrie, east coast); 3. Intrusive igneous rocks (Tormore shore, west coast); 4. Changing the record: metamorphism and deformation (Rubha Airigh Bheirg, north-west coast); 5. 3-D thinking in time and space (Glen Sannox, north-east coast); 6. Cuvier's catastophies (Corrie, east coast); 7. Prof. Speyside's theory (Glen Rosa, east Arran); 8. The curious case of 'Catacol Cairn' (Catacol Bay, north-west coast); 9. Dr. Hutton's dilemma (North Glen Sannox, north-east Arran); 10. Pluto's revenge (Drumadoon, west coast); Part III. Practical Field Skills: Quick Reference Section; Glossary; Index.