Essentials of Geology 11th Edition by Frederick K. Lutgens, Edward J. Tarbuck and Dennis G Tasa describes the strategy and the visual presentation which have made this text a greatest-seller. This revision incorporates a new active learning strategy all through each chapter, which affords college students a structured studying path and supplies a dependable, constant framework for mastering the chapter concepts.
It additionally includes new additions to the visual program and current points, reminiscent of local weather change, are completely updated. This edition is supported by MasteringGeology™ - used by over 1.5 million science students, the Mastering platform is the simplest and widely used on-line tutorial, homework, and assessment system for the sciences.
This text employs a superior new graphic design to make a trusted text that’s already number one with professors grow to be number one with students. The language of this book is simple and written to be understood. Clear, readable discussions with a minimum of technical language are the rule.
Truly an extension of the written story of geology, Tasa’s illustrations now show greater color and shading contrasts, more “narration,” and additional photo comparisons to guide students more clearly than ever before. Without question Lutgens and Tarbuck have an unblemished reputation as the most dependable textbooks for geology and Earth science. Instructors can count on having a well-written, reliable book and thoroughly integrated and tested supplements.
A dramatic new design integrates photography and illustrations with a more creative impact to hold student interest and visually extend the story of geology. The authors have revised data to reflect recent findings, and rewritten portions of the text for even greater clarity. Revised, rewritten, and expanded, this chapter now focuses on the geologic definition of minerals and mineral properties including a clearer understanding of silicates.
A more logical revision to Chapter 6 “Sedimentary Rocks” looks at the importance and origins of sedimentary rock and now includes more complete sections on Dolostone and Coal. Chapter 8 “Mass Wasting” begins with a new section that focuses on landslides as natural disasters. A case study on the landslide hazards at La Conchita, California is also new.
Chapter 13 “Shorelines” Among the changes to this chapter is the addition of a new section on “Hurricanes–The Ultimate Coastal Hazard,” that includes a look at the impact of Hurricane Katrina on the Gulf Coast. Chapter 14 “Earthquakes and Earth’s Interior” contains a new study of tsunamis along with a significant revision of Earth’s interior. The new chapter title of Chapter 19 “Earth’s Evolution through Geologic Time” reflects a complete revision that present a clear, concise summary of Earth’s history.
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