Marine Geology: Exploring the New Frontiers of the Ocean (The Living Earth)

This fully revised and expanded edition of Marine Geology closely examines the interrelationship between water and its life forms and geologic structures. It looks at several ideas for the origin of the Earth, continents and oceans, and how these processes fit into the origin of the universe. From gigantic submarine canyons to ocean volcanoes, this volume covers the entire realm of undersea landscapes and life forms. Facts On File's new The Living Earth series is a collection of accessible, lavishly illustrated reference books on geology and Earth science topics designed for high school students, researchers, teachers, and general readers. Jon Erickson, a geologist and accomplished geology and Earth science writer, offers an authoritative yet lively text that is complemented by a wealth of illustrations and photographs that portray the geologic wonders of our planet. Marine Geology: Exploring the New Frontiers of the Ocean is a fascinating examination of the intricate role oceans and water play in the origin and development of the universe. Substantially updated since it was first published nearly a decade ago, this revised edition features information on: coastal geology. the oceanic crust. oceanic currents. resources of the ocean. seabed formations. undersea mountains and chasms. underwater volcanoes. the world's oceans.

Marine Geology includes an extensive index, a glossary of terms (many of which have pronunciation guides) to help readers better understand the vocabulary of marine geology, and a bibliography of current sources for further research. The Living Earth series is an indispensable resource for students and general readers who are just beginning their study of the Earth and for more advanced researchers seeking in-depth information.

The earth's oceans are one of its defining features. Independent geologist Erickson presents a wide ranging introduction to the geology of the oceans, exploring both what geology tells us about ocean features and what role the ocean has played in global and smaller scale geological processes. Chapters cover the origins of the sea, marine exploration, the oceanic crust, ridges and trenches, submarine volcanoes, ocean circulation, coastal geology, resources of the ocean, marine biology, and rare seafloor formations. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR Looks at marine life and the underwater land structures that support it.