The geology of Alaska / edited by George Plafker and Henry C. Berg.

Other author Plafker, George, 1929-
Other author Berg, Henry C.
Other author Geological Society of America.
Format Electronic
Publication InfoBoulder, Colo. : Geological Society of America, 1994.
Description1 online resource (x, 1,055 pages) : illustrations (some color), maps (color).
Supplemental ContentGeoScienceWorld
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SeriesThe geology of North America ; v. G-1
Geology of North America ; v. G-1. ^A665769
Summary This volume offers a comprehensive overview of the geology, tectonic evolution, and mineral resources of Alaska and adjacent areas of the continental margin. Summaries of bedrock geology and geologic history are given. Chapters synthesize data on: metamorphic and igneous rocks; major onshore and offshore sedimentary basins; the paleomagnetics evidence for latitudinal displacements and rotations, glacial history and periglacial phenomena; and the occurrence, evolution, and potential of Alaska's vast resources of petroleum, coal, and metallic minerals.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Spec. audience char. Specialized.
Source of descriptionDescription based on print version record.
Issued in other formPrint version : 9780813752198
ISBN9780813754536 (ebook) :

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