The Geologic Story of the Great Plains by Donald E. Trimble
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"The Geologic Story of the Great Plains" by Donald E. Trimble is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century. This book provides a non-technical exploration of the geologic evolution of the Great Plains, examining the land's formation, structure, and distinct geographic features. It aims to illuminate the complex geological processes that have shaped this region, making it accessible to a broad audience. In this work, Trimble delves into the origins
of the Great Plains, tracing the geological history from ancient shallow seas to the current landscape characterized by grasslands, plateaus, and canyons. The book discusses significant geological events, such as warping, stream deposition, and glacial impacts that have created various landforms across the plains. It also describes key regions within the Great Plains, such as the Black Hills, High Plains, and the Missouri Plateau, while illustrating the interplay of natural processes like erosion and sedimentation that continue to sculpt the landscape today. Overall, Trimble's narrative is a comprehensive guide to understanding the Great Plains' geology and its significance to the broader geological history of North America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Trimble, Donald E., 1916- |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Geologic Story of the Great Plains A nontechnical description of the origin and evolution of the landscape of the Great Plains |
| Series Title | Geological Survey bulletin, 1493. |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Geology -- Great Plains |
| Subject | Landscapes -- Great Plains |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63396 |
| Release Date | Oct 6, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 471 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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