Binding: Hardcover
Description: Building upon the award - winning second edition this comprehensive textbook provides a fundamental understanding of the formative processes of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Encouraging a deeper comprehension of the subject by explaining the petrologic principles and assuming knowledge of only introductory college - level courses in physics chemistry and calculus it lucidly outlines mathematical derivations fully and at an elementary level making this the ideal resource for intermediate and advanced courses in igneous and metamorphic petrology. With over 500 illustrations many in color this revised edition contains valuable new material and strengthened pedagogy including boxed mathematical derivations allowing for a more accessible explanation of concepts and more qualitative end - of - chapter questions to encourage discussion. With a new introductory chapter outlining the bigger picture this fully updated resource will guide students to an even greater mastery of petrology.
Title: Principles Of Igneous And Metamorphic Petrology
Author(s): Ague Jay J. (Yale University Connecticut)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Barcode: 9781108492881
Pages: 700 Pages, Worked Examples Or Exercises
Publication Date: 4/7/2022
Category: Physical Geography & Topography