About this ebook
Covering a broad range of topics – from the formation of rocks and minerals to the dynamic forces of earthquakes and volcanoes – Simply Geology unpacks the mysteries of Earth's structure, its 4.5-billion-year history, and the powerful processes that continue to shape our world today.
Written by a team of expert authors, and explaining individual aspects of geology more clearly than ever before, the book outlines key concepts such as plate tectonics, the rock cycle, and fossil formation, while also exploring how geology impacts everyday life – from natural resources and climate change to the search for life on other planets.
Whether you are studying earth sciences at school or college, or simply want a jargon-free overview of this foundational field of science, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.
