Metamorphic Rocks: A Classification and Glossary of Terms
Metamorphic Rocks: A Classification and Glossary of Terms
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Commissioned by the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) Subcommission on the Systematics of Metamorphic Rocks (SCMR), this 2007 book presents a complete nomenclature of metamorphic rocks, with a glossary of definitions, sources and etymology. This book will form a key reference and international standard for geoscientists studying metamorphic rocks.
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Metamorphic Rocks: A Classification and Glossary of Terms by Douglas Fettes
Many common terms in metamorphic petrology vary in their usage and meaning between countries. The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) Subcommission on the Systematics of Metamorphic Rocks (SCMR) has aimed to resolve this, and to present systematic terminology and rock definitions that can be used worldwide. This 2007 book is the result of discussion and consultation lasting 20 years and involving hundreds of geoscientists worldwide. It presents a complete nomenclature of metamorphic rocks, with a comprehensive glossary of definitions, sources and etymology of over 1200 terms, and a list of mineral abbreviations. Twelve multi-authored sections explain how to derive the correct names for metamorphic rocks and processes, and discuss the rationale behind the more important terms. These sections deal with rocks from high- to low- and very-low-grade. This book will form a key reference and international standard for all geoscientists studying metamorphic rocks.
Review of the hardback: 'This text is essential for all studying metamorphic rocks and as such must be in libraries covering geology at an advanced levelIt has a companion version to igneous rocks.' Science and technology
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| ISBN 13 | 9780521336185 |
| ISBN 10 | 052133618X |
| Title | Metamorphic Rocks: A Classification and Glossary of Terms |
| Author | Douglas Fettes |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 2011-06-30 |
| Number of pages | 258 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |