Quaternary Dating Methods Paperback / softback
by Mike (University of Wales, Lampeter, UK) Walker
Paperback / softback
Description
This introductory textbook introduces the basics of dating, the range of techniques available and the strengths and limitations of each of the principal methods. Coverage includes: the concept of time in Quaternary Science and related fieldsthe history of dating from lithostratigraphy and biostratigraphythe development and application of radiometric methodsdifferent methods in dating: radiometric dating, incremental dating, relative dating and age equivalence Presented in a clear and straightforward manner with the minimum of technical detail, this text is a great introduction for both students and practitioners in the Earth, Environmental and Archaeological Sciences. Praise from the reviews: "This book is a must for any Quaternary scientist." SOUTH AFRICAN GEOGRAPHICAL JOURNAL, September 2006 “…very well organized, clearly and straightforwardly written and provides a good overview on the wide field of Quaternary dating methods…” JOURNAL OF QUATERNARY SCIENCE, January 2007
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:304 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Publication Date:25/04/2005
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- ISBN:9780470869277
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:304 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Publication Date:25/04/2005
- Category:
- ISBN:9780470869277
