Atlas of Structural Geology

Introduces a range of meso- and micro-scale color photographs and descriptions— presented in high quality and detail—that capture the deformation of rocks over time and demonstrate morphological variations of a broad library of geologic structures

Soumyajit Mukherjee (Edited by)

9780124201521

Hardback, published 21 August 2015

200 pages
27.6 x 21.5 x 2 cm, 0.9 kg

"Geology is a visual science unlike any other. As such, it is represented in this book in a remarkable selection of excellent, clear, crisp photographs of all manner and scales of common deformational geologic structures…Summing Up: Highly recommended." -- Choice Reviews Online

Atlas of Structural Geology features a broad and inclusive range of high-quality meso- and micro-scale full-color photographs, descriptions, and captions related to the deformation of rocks and geologic structures. It is a multi-contributed, comprehensive reference that includes submissions from many of the world’s leading structural geologists, making it the most thorough and comprehensive reference available to the scientific community. All types of structures are featured, including structures related to ductile and brittle shear zones, sigma- and delta-structures, mineral fish, duplexes and trapezoids, shear related folds, and flanking structures in meso- and micro-scales. A stunning collection of the world’s most beautiful and arresting geologic structures, the Atlas of Structural Geology is the ideal aid in the retention of key concepts in geology.

1. Folds
2. Ductile Shear Zones
3. Brittle Faults
4. Boudins and Mullions
5. Cross-cutting Veins
6. Various Structures

Subject Areas: Geology & the lithosphere [RBG], Reference works [GBC]