Geology: A Very Short Introduction

Jan Zalasiewicz introduces the field of geology, its fundamental role in understanding the Earth and other planets, and its economic importance in the finding and exploitation of resources. He explains how geologists work today, and describes major discoveries such as plate tectonics, and the field's exciting frontiers such as the geology of Mars.

Jan Zalasiewicz introduce domeniul geologiei, rolul sau fundamental in intelegerea Pamantului si a altor planete si importanta sa economica in gasirea si exploatarea resurselor. El explica modul in care lucreaza geologii astazi si descrie descoperiri majore, cum ar fi tectonica placilor, si frontierele interesante ale campului, cum ar fi geologia lui Marte.