In clear, concise, jargon-free prose, Geology of the Lake Superior Region integrates a discussion of basic physical geology into a chronological view of the geological processes that formed the Upper Midwest around Lake Superior. Includes tons of photographs, maps, diagrams and expert descriptions. This 6"x9" paperback has 313 pages that are packed with detailed information about one of the most interesting geological areas in North America. See table of contents at the bottom of this page. Gene L. LaBerge, author.
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Geology of the Lake Superior Region - Table of Contents
Part 1: Introduction
1
The Beginning
2
Geologic Time
6
The Rock Cycle
8
The Theory of Plate Tectonics
11
Part 2: The Archean
21
Greenstone - Granite Terranes
24
Gneiss Belts
45
Part 3: The Early Proterozoic
51
The "Eparchean Interval"
52
Rifting and Continental Breakup
53
Convergent (Active) Margin
92
The Penokean Mountains
110
Summary of Early Proterozoic Events in the Lake Superior Region
