Explore the dramatic forces that have shaped the Icelandic landscape over 30 million years
Iceland's formation and ongoing evolution offers a masterclass in geophysical processes. Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features presents a regional guide to the landscape of this unique island.
Accessible to academics, students, novice geologists, and tourists alike, chapters reflect the most popular way to explore the island, beginning in the southwest region and ending in the northwest.
Volume highlights include:
An overview of Iceland's geologic history Exploration of the dynamic tectonic setting that has shaped the island Descriptions of landscape features of active and extinct volcanoes Discussion of the impact of glaciation in the past and present Techniques for monitoring geologic hazards Developments in harnessing geothermal energy
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This book was a finalist for the 2021 PROSE Award for Earth Science!
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By:
Tamie J. Jovanelly (Berry College USA) Imprint: American Geophysical Union Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 279mm,
Width: 221mm,
Spine: 20mm
Weight: 862g ISBN:9781119427094 ISBN 10: 1119427096 Series:Geophysical Monograph Series Pages: 224 Publication Date:06 July 2020 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active