Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology, Global Edition + Mastering Geology with Pearson eText, 12th edition

Published by Pearson (November 20, 2016) © 2017

  • Edward J. Tarbuck (Emeritus) Illinois Central College
  • Frederick K Lutgens
  • Dennis G. Tasa Tasa Graphic Arts, Inc.
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This pack contains 1 copy of Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology Global Edition + 1 printed access card to Mastering Geology with eText.

With its strong readability and engaging, instructive illustrations, this trusted bestseller returns with a hybrid and streamlined focus on core principles. Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology maintains a learning objective-driven approach throughout each chapter: The text provides students with a structured learning path, tied to learning objectives with opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding at the end of each section. The authors’ emphasis on currency and relevance includes the latest thinking in the field, particularly in the dynamic area of plate tectonics.

Mastering Geology is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Interactive, self-paced tutorials provide individualized coaching to help students stay on track. With a wide range of activities available, students can actively learn, understand, and retain even the most difficult concepts.

 Mastering Geology is not a self-paced technology and should only be purchased when required by an instructor.
The duration of access to Mastering Geology is set by your instructor for your specific unit of study.

Table of contents

  • 1. An Introduction to Geology 
  • 2. Plate Tectonics: A Scientific Revolution Unfolds 
  • 3. Matter and Minerals 
  • 4. Magma, Igneous Rocks, and Intrusive Activity 
  • 5. Volcanoes and Volcanic Hazards 
  • 6. Weathering and Soil 
  • 7. Sedimentary Rocks 
  • 8. Metamorphism and Metamorphic Rocks
  • 9. Geologic Time 
  • 10. Crustal Deformation 
  • 11. Earthquakes and Earthquake Hazards 
  • 12. Earth’s Interior 
  • 13. Divergent Boundaries: Origin and Evolution of the Ocean Floor 
  • 14. Convergent Boundaries: Origin of Mountains 
  • 15. Mass Wasting: The Work of Gravity 
  • 16. Running Water 
  • 17. Groundwater 
  • 18. Glaciers and Glaciation 
  • 19. Deserts and Winds 
  • 20. Shorelines 
  • 21. Global Climate Change 
  • 22. Earth’s Evolution Through Geologic Time
  • 23. Energy and Mineral Resources 
  • 24. Touring Our Solar System 
  • Appendix A: Metric and English Units Compared

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