| The Tethys Ocean Softcover Repri Edition Contributor(s): Nairn, Alan E. M. (Editor), Ricou, Luc-Emmanuel (Editor), Vrielynck, Bruno (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1489915605 ISBN-13: 9781489915603 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $208.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Earth Sciences - Oceanography |
| Dewey: 551.46 |
| Physical Information: 1.13" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.70 lbs) 530 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: ''A voluminous encyclopedia of Tethyan geology and, as such, it provides an invaluable source of information for those interested in this region, and Earth history in general...The book is a must for the libraries of universities and geologic institutions.'' --- Palaios, October 1997 Volume 8 focuses on the Tethys oceanic realm and introduces new concepts such as 'transit plates' and 'seuils lithospheriques.' Contributors include new guides to understanding the distribution of Tethyan mineral and organic resources, and present insights into the role of carbonate platforms. Chapters are abundant with maps and illustrations. |