Physical Geology [Hardcover]

Charles (Carlos) C Plummer (Author), Diane Carlson (Author), David McGeary (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 22, 2006 | ISBN-10: 0073301787 | ISBN-13: 978-0073301785 | Edition: 11

"Physical Geology, Eleventh Edition" is the latest refinement of a classic introductory text that has helped countless students learn basic physical geology concepts for over 20 years. Students taking introductory physical geology to fulfill a science elective, as well as those contemplating a career in geology, will appreciate the accessible writing style and depth of coverage in "Physical Geology". Hundreds of carefully rendered illustrations and accompanying photographs correlate perfectly with the chapter descriptions to help readers quickly grasp new geologic concepts. Numerous chapter learning tools and a rich Online Learning Center website further assist students in their study of physical geology. For professors, McGraw-Hill offers a complete supplement package consisting of slides, transparencies, computerized testbank, PowerPoint lectures, and digital images of every single piece of artwork and photograph in the text. These valuable supplements will make teaching easier and assist in fully conveying important concepts to students. McGraw-Hill is committed to adding considerable quality to each new edition of "Physical Geology" in the form of new and revised content, artwork, supplements, and media technology. Professors can adopt "Physical Geology, Eleventh Edition" with confidence and count on the authors and McGraw-Hill to help them most effectively teach introductory physical geology.

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About the Author

Carlos Plummer is a professor at California State University - Sacramento.

Diane Carlson is a professor at California State University - Sacramento.

retired from California State University, Sacramento

Product Details

• Hardcover
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 11 edition (August 22, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0073301787
• ISBN-13: 978-0073301785
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.8 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #624,954 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #35 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Earth Sciences > Geology > Physical

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3.0 out of 5 stars Confusing Subject, Possibly Good Book, September 1, 2010

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This review is from: Physical Geology (Hardcover)

Geology was my only science class in college. I should have picked something else. I just couldn't understand it. I feel like someone who is really into geology would appreciate this book and lab manual, but I was just confused the whole time. I feel like the lab manual didn't always correspond with the chapters in the book, which only added to my confusion.

That being said, I'm probably not the best person to review this, being as I could barely understand the subject. Someone who is really great at geology might really like this. I felt it was confusing, though.

4.0 out of 5 stars gen ed, February 7, 2010

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Well written. Easy to understand. Good source for a 1st course in Geology--gotta love those gen eds.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Physical Geology Textbook, January 18, 2007

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Rachel L. Villacanas "Kleines Haeschen" - See all my reviews
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I think this is a great book especially for learning purposes. Very helpful to my geology class. Thank you.