Rocks and Geology in the San Francisco Bay Region

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Title:

Rocks and Geology in the San Francisco Bay Region

Url:

https://pubs.usgs.gov/bul/2195/

Creator:

Stoffer, Philip W. (Philip Ward)

Publisher:

Geological Survey (U.S.)

Description: This guide provides illustrated descriptions of 46 common and important varieties of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock found in the San Francisco Bay region. Rock types are described in context of their identification qualities, how they form, and where they occur. The guide also provides a discussion of regional geology, plate tectonics, the rock cycle, the significance of the selected rock types in relation to both earth history and the impact of mineral resources on the development in the region. There is also information on where rocks, fossils, and geologic features can be visited on public lands or in association with public displays in regional museums, park visitor centers, and other public facilities.

LC Classification:

Science -- Geology -- Petrology -- Igneous rocks, volcanic ash, tuff, etc.
Science -- Geology -- Petrology -- Metamorphic rocks. Metamorphism
Science -- Geology -- Petrology -- Sedimentary rocks. Sedimentology
Science -- Geology -- Study and teaching. Research

GEM Subject:

Science -- Earth science
Science -- Instructional issues
Science -- Geology

Key Concept:

Geology -- Rocks
Geology -- Igneous rock
Geology -- Metamorphic rock
Geology -- Sedimentary rock

Date Issued:

2009-04-14

Resource Type:

Reference Material
Instructional Material

Format:

Document -- PDF
Document -- HTML

Audience:

Educator
Learner
Professional/Practitioner

Education Level:

High School
Higher Education
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Lower Division)
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Upper Division)

Language:

English

Access Rights:

Free access

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