Download or read book Geological Excursions Around Glasgow Girvan written by James D. Lawson and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 495 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Geology of Scotland 4th edition written by N. H. Trewin and published by Geological Society of London. This book was released on 2003-02-24 with total page 604 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 4th edition of The Geology of Scotland is greatly expanded from the previous edition with 34 authors contributing to 20 chapters. A new format has been adopted to provide a different perspective on the geology of Scotland. A brief introduction is followed by a chapter outlining some of the important historical aspects that in the 19th century placed Scottish geologists in the forefront of a new science. Scotland is constructed from a number of terranes that finally combined in roughly their present positions prior to about 410 million years ago. Thus the geology of each terrane is described up the time of amalgamation, providing chapters on the Southern Uplands, Midland Valley, Highlands, Grampian and Hebridean terranes. At the end of this section, a brief synthesis summarizes the events that resulted in the amalgamation of the various terranes into the present configuration. Traditional practice is followed in the description of the Old Red Sandstone, Carboniferous, Permo-Trias, Jurassic, Cretaceous, tertiary and Quaternary strata. A separate chapter covers Tertiary igneous rocks. An attempt is made to tell the story of the geological evolution of Scotland, rather than catalogue all areas and formations. Priority is given to the onshore geology, encouraging the reader to go into the field and visit some of the world-class geology on show in Scotland. The chapters are broadly-based, attempting to integrate the sedimentary and igneous histories, and summarize changes in palaeogeography and palaeoenvironments. Economic aspects are covered with chapters on Metalliferous Minerals, Bulk Resources, Coal and Hydrocarbons. A new departure is the chapter on aspects of Environmental Geology and sustainability. Additionally, this publication contains a colour section of 32 plates, illustrating aspects of Scottish Geology, as well as a coloured geological map of Scotland.

Download or read book New Perspectives on the Old Red Sandstone written by Geological Society of London and published by Geological Society of London. This book was released on 2000 with total page 644 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Glasgow Naturalist written by and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Excursion Guide to the Geology of the Glasgow District written by B. J. Bluck and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book At the Crossroads of Time written by Andrew C. Scott and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2020-02-15 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The incredible story of how the village of Lesmahagow has influenced the world in a variety of fields, from industry to espionage, throughout history.

Download or read book A Revised Correlation of Ordovician Rocks in the British Isles written by Richard A. Fortey and published by Geological Society of London. This book was released on 2000 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: &Quot;This Report is revised and expanded from the 1972 publication, providing an up-to-the-minute account of the British Ordovician formations and their correlation nationally and internationally. It also includes the most comprehensive treatment of Ireland ever attempted. The reference list is a comprehensive bibliography of papers on the subject published since 1970.". "This Special Report will be a valuable reference for research and applied geoscientists working with rocks of Ordovician age. It will be of particular interest to those working in, or visiting, the Welsh mountains and the English Lake District."--BOOK JACKET.

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Download or read book The United Kingdom s Natural Wonders written by Gary Prost and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2023-06-29 with total page 483 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book guides readers through the most iconic geologically significant scenery in the UK, points out features of interest, explains what they are, and describes how these features came to be. It illustrates numerous regions, explaining classic locations in the development of geology and paleontology in the United Kingdom, giving readers a tour through sites of special scientific interest. The author puts the geology of Britain in a plate tectonic context and discusses the history of sedimentary basins, mountain building, volcanism, and glacial features. Features Clearly explains the geology of regions with emphasis on landscape formation Lavishly illustrated with numerous colorful maps and breathtaking geological landscapes and their various features Describes the major geologic features of the United Kingdom through the device of a geologic tour for those without any geology training as well as professionals Written in easy-to-understand language, the author brings his own experience to readers who want to explore and understand geologic sites firsthand The United Kingdom’s Natural Wonders is an inviting text giving individuals with no background in geology the opportunity to understand key geologic aspects of local landscapes. It also serves as a guide to undergraduate- and graduate-level students taking courses in earth science programs, such as geology, geophysics, geochemistry, mining engineering, and petroleum engineering. Teachers of these courses can also use this book to better understand their local geologic environment and geography.

Download or read book Geological Excursion Guide to the Glasgow District written by Douglas Anthony Bassett and published by . This book was released on 1958 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Caledonian Igneous Rocks of Great Britain written by D. Stephenson and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the igneous rocks of Great Britain that formed as a direct result of the Caledonian Orogeny, between 500 and 390 million years ago. This work contains 130 GCR site descriptions illustrating the widespread and varied nature of the igneous activity and highlighting critical localities of historical and continuing international importance.

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Download or read book Geology of the Glasgow District written by Ian Hamilton Shepherd Hall and published by Stationery Office Books (TSO). This book was released on 1998 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed account of the geology shown on the complementary 1: 50 000 (or earlier 1: 63 360) geological map(s)

Download or read book Transactions of the Geological Society of Glasgow written by and published by . This book was released on 1885 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Transactions of the Geological Society of Glasgow written by Geological Society of Glasgow and published by . This book was released on 1885 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Ecology of Loch Lomond written by Kevin J. Murphy and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Loch Lomond has long held a special place in the hearts of all the people of Scotland not only for its historic significance but also for the beauty of its countryside. Less widely known is the ecological importance of the area. It is the largest stretch of freshwater in Britain and the only loch to be crossed by the Highland Boundary Fault, one of the country's most important geological features. The University of Glasgow has recognized the importance of this loch situated so near the main campus and has operated a field station on its shores since 1948. In the mid-1960s the field station was re-established at Rowardennan as an all-year-round facility with laboratory and living accommodation for resident research workers and visiting field courses. In 1992 a symposium was held to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the opening of the new station and this volume presents the proceedings of that symposium and gives the state of the present knowledge of Loch Lomond. After an introduction to Loch Lomond, the papers are divided into three sections. Section I: The physical and chemical environment of Loch Lomond and its catchment. Section II: The biology and ecology of Loch Lomond and its catchment, and Section III: Issues affecting Loch Lomond and its catchment.

Download or read book British Silurian Stratigraphy written by Richard John Aldridge and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Britain has a geological heritage that provides one of the best samples of Earth history in the world. The British rock record of Silurian times is of particular interest and importance. This volume covers over 100 sites that are conserved for their contribution to Britain's Silurian stratigraphy.