petrology

An introduction to sedimentary rocks, explaining what they are, how they form, different types, how they are used and other related topics, with instructions for an activity.

Shubin shows how the entirety of the universe's fourteen-billion-year history can be seen in our bodies as he moves from our very molecular composition--a result of stellar events at the origin of our solar system--through the workings of our eyes.

"Get ready to get your hands dirty with The Rock Cycle. With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, this title covers key curriculum Earth science topics in an engaging way. This title explores the natural processes, how geologists study the rock cycle, and how the rock cycle relates to the reader's daily life. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.

Explores minerals and rocks, including how minerals combine to form rocks, three main types of rocks, and how people use rocks and minerals.

Introduces the three different types of rocks, how rocks are formed, fossils, erosion, and many other aspects of rocks.

This engaging book explores the rock cycle with diagrams and detailed photographs illustrating the movement of rocks through their various states, including magma-formed igneous rock, metamorphic rock such as marble, and layered sedimentary rocks that build up over time.

Looks at rocks and minerals using the newest facts, 3-D models, charts, and ideas with website keywords to access more information on the internet.

Describes Earth's rock cycle, explaining how rocks are formed and describes the properties of each type of rock.

"In this book, young readers will learn how rocks are made"--Provided by publisher.

"In this book, young readers will learn how heat and pressure affect rocks."--Provided by publisher.