Washoe County Library System

Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals Learn how rocks are formed and how to recognize them by their unique qualities and colors. This is a wonderful book for beginners, students and rock collecting enthusiasts that includes the latest scientific research and specimen classification.

Describes the geology, evolution, and beauty of the Grand Canyon by leading the reader down the Bright Angel Trail.

Discusses glaciers, oceans, volcanoes, rocks, minerals, earthquakes, and the history of the earth.

Provides a simple introduction to rocks, discussing different rocks, exploring how and why they have formed, how they have changed over time, their appearance and properties Presents information about rocks, describing where they are found, the three main types, how they change over time, and their practical uses.

Rocks and Minerals: Get the Dirt on Geology offers a glimpse under ht surface of the earth and explores the forces that have shaped--and continue to shape--our world. Learn how the earth transformed from a ball of dust and gases to the planet we know today and see how the earth continues to change through plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, and even wind and water!"--Provided by publisher.

Learn about the forces shaping the world's crust.

Discusses plate tectonics and the forces that cause motion and change in our planet.