Rocks, Minerals, and Geology of the Pacific Northwest
- Paperback
360 pages
- Release Date
16 March 2021
Summary
An essential reference for rockhounds, hikers, climbers, and geology enthusiasts, Rocks, Minerals, and Geology of the Pacific Northwest highlights 100 rocks, minerals, and fossil types found in Oregon and Washington. Each entry features color photography that shows a range of possibilities in appearance, along with a description of defining physical properties and textures. Lists of minerals organized by other physical properties like habit, hardness, and cleavage are included.
…Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781604699159 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1604699159 |
| Author: | Leslie Moclock, Jacob Selander |
| Publisher: | Workman Publishing |
| Imprint: | Timber Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 360 |
| Release Date: | 16 March 2021 |
| Weight: | 682g |
| Dimensions: | 210mm x 146mm x 19mm |
| Series: | A Timber Press Field Guide |
You Can Find This Book In
About The Author
Leslie Moclock
Leslie Moclock has an MS in geology from the University of California Davis, where she taught field and laboratory geology. She held the position of curator at the Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals in Hillsboro, Oregon, for five years, where she enjoyed many opportunities to bring science to the public.
Jacob Selander grew up in Oregon and holds a PhD from the university of California Davis. He is an instructor at Highline College in Des Moines, Washington, where he teaches introductory geology, geomorphology, and geologic hazards classes, with a focus on making the sometimes-daunting field of geology accessible to everyone. When not teaching, Jacob is a landscape photographer one who is always excited to find visual examples of complex geologic phenomena.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.