Principles of Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

by Sam Boggs Jr.

A concise treatment of the fundamental principles of sedimentology and stratigraphy, featuring the important physical, chemical, biological and stratigraphic characteristics of sedimentary rocks. Emphasized are the ways in which the study of sedimentary rocks is used to interpret depositional environments, changes in ancient sea level, and other intriguing aspects of Earth history. Topics include the origin and transport of sedimentary materials; physical properties of sedimentary rocks; composition, classification and diagenesis of sedimentary rocks and principles of stratigraphy and basin analysis. For individuals interested in one text providing comprehensive coverage of both sedimentology and stratigraphy.

Genres: Geology, Science, Textbooks, Reference, Nonfiction

770 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 1994

Reviews

[Ross · Rating 3 out of 5]

An excellent text in elementary sedimentology and stratigraphy! I wish he had covered basic weathering and soils a bit more for my benefit, but to be fair, this book assumes one already understands soils and such. I also was hoping for more discussion on glacial systems and their dynamics. Great connection with current research papers and such. Excellent discussions on biostratigraphy! Did you know that Leonardo da Vinci was the first sedimentographer! It's true!

[Thinh Nguyen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book but some of the information is too vague, but it should be a good introduction for those who are studying or want to study sediment rocks.

[Irdantosaputra]

Good

[Willy Akhdes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kitab suci anak geologi, tp gue ga tamat-tamat bacanya.hahaha