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- Title: Geologic Maps: A Practical Guide to Preparation and Interpretation, 3rd Edition
- Author: Edgar W Spencer
- Publisher: Waveland Press, Inc
- ISBN: 1-4786-3488-X
- Pages: 237
Geologic maps are essential for understanding Earth’s surface and shallow subsurface. They show material types, configuration in 3D, and reveal bedrock structures like faults and folds. Some maps display surface materials, others focus on bedrock, often combining both for clarity.
Skilled interpreters and geologists use geologic maps for insights on natural hazards, land suitability, excavation challenges, understanding natural processes, resource identification. Civil and environmental engineers, planners, geographers, and geologists heavily rely on geologic maps.
This book is designed for map interpretation and field geology students. It can also be used for self-instruction by students or professionals wanting to learn about geologic maps. The book serves as a practical manual, covering basic information, map projections, and types of data on geologic maps, including surficial materials and bedrock geology. Representative examples and exercises help students practice interpreting geologic maps using geometric techniques.
Chapter 3 of the book provides basic information needed to prepare geologic maps. This chapter is designed for students who are beginning a field mapping project. It gives those whose primary interest is in map interpretation insight into the mapping process and an appreciation of the level of precision represented by data on geologic maps. Because researchers widely use aerial photographs in mapping, we include a short discussion of their use and interpretation.
The text highlights new maps and mapping techniques, such as Google Earth, GPS, GIS, LiDAR, and drones. The authors add rock types for formations in Appendix B to aid in understanding regional geology. The third edition focuses on large-scale regional and tectonic maps, with new maps for various areas. These changes enhance the text for field camp courses emphasizing regional geology, supported by the addition of a new chapter on tectonic maps. Geologic Maps: A Practical Guide to Preparation and Interpretation is the key.
- List of content:
- Maps and Images Used in the Study of Earth
- Base Maps
- Preparation of Geologic Maps
- Identification and Description of Sedimentary Rocks
- Use of Aerial Photographs in Mapping
- Interpretation of Surficial Geologic Maps
- Introduction to Geologic Maps of Bedrock
- Geologic Maps of Homoclinal Beds
- Unconformities
- Folds on Geologic Maps
- Faults on Geologic Maps
- Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks
- Tectonic and Regional Maps