Chapters From The Physical History Of The Earth

Chapters From The Physical History Of The Earth: An Introduction To Geology And Paleontology (1880) is a book written by Arthur Nicols that provides a comprehensive overview of the physical history of the Earth. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of geology and paleontology. The first chapter introduces the reader to the study of geology and explains the various methods used to study the Earth's physical history. The second chapter focuses on the Earth's crust and the various types of rocks that make it up. The third chapter discusses the different types of fossils and how they can be used to understand the Earth's history.The fourth chapter examines the various geological processes that have shaped the Earth, such as erosion, volcanism, and plate tectonics. The fifth chapter explores the Earth's oceans, including their formation and the various organisms that live in them. The sixth chapter discusses the Earth's atmosphere and how it has evolved over time. The seventh chapter focuses on the Earth's climate and the various factors that influence it. The final chapter looks at the future of the Earth and the potential impact of human activity on the planet.Overall, Chapters From The Physical History Of The Earth: An Introduction To Geology And Paleontology (1880) is an informative and accessible introduction to the study of geology and paleontology. It provides readers with a solid foundation of knowledge on the Earth's physical history and the various processes that have shaped it over time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.