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Plate Tectonics: The Key to Understanding Our Planet's Past, Present, and Future

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By Kent Condie

Plate tectonics is the theory that the Earth's lithosphere, the solid outer layer of the planet, is divided into a number of tectonic plates that move relative to each other. This theory has revolutionized our understanding of the Earth's surface and has led to a new appreciation of the planet's history and dynamics.

In his book Plate Tectonics, Kent Condie provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of this important theory. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, and it is illustrated with numerous figures and diagrams that help to explain the complex concepts involved.

Plate Tectonics

by Kent C. Condie

4.5 out of 5

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Condie begins by introducing the basic concepts of plate tectonics. He explains how the Earth's lithosphere is divided into a number of tectonic plates, and he describes the different types of plate boundaries that exist. He then discusses the forces that drive plate tectonics, including convection currents in the Earth's mantle and the pull of gravity.

The book then goes on to explore the various geological features that are associated with plate tectonics. These features include earthquakes, volcanoes, mountains, and ocean basins. Condie also discusses the role that plate tectonics has played in the Earth's history, and he speculates on how it will continue to shape the planet's surface in the future.

Plate Tectonics is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating and important theory. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, and it is illustrated with numerous figures and diagrams that help to explain the complex concepts involved. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or simply someone who is interested in the Earth's history and dynamics, I highly recommend this book.

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"Plate Tectonics is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Earth's surface and its history. Condie provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of this important theory, and he does so in a clear and accessible style. The book is illustrated with numerous figures and diagrams that help to explain the complex concepts involved." - American Scientist

"Plate Tectonics is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about this fascinating and important theory. Condie provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the subject, and he does so in a clear and accessible style. The book is illustrated with numerous figures and diagrams that help to explain the complex concepts involved." - Geological Society of America Bulletin

"Plate Tectonics is a must-have for any Earth science library. Condie provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of this important theory, and he does so in a clear and accessible style. The book is illustrated with numerous figures and diagrams that help to explain the complex concepts involved." - Choice

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Plate Tectonics

by Kent C. Condie

4.5 out of 5