Geology of Illinois

2010
Geology of Illinois
Author: Dennis R. Kolata
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Total Pages: 552
Release: 2010
Genre: Science
ISBN:
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Geology of Illinois has been compiled from more than a century of earth science investigations in Illinois. For the first time, this information has been summarized and made accessible in one volume to help both geologists and non-geologists better understand how the state's mostly unseen geology affects, and is affected by, life on the surface. More than 200 color photographs, maps, and drawings illustrate the text. Topics include : the history of geological investigations in Illinois; the impact of the state's tectonic and structural history; the properties and classification of its rocks and sediments; the rich heritage of its land, water, and mineral resources; the threats from its geological hazards; and the application of geological information to societal issues.

Geology Underfoot in Illinois

1997
Geology Underfoot in Illinois
Author: Ray Wiggers
Publisher: Mountain Press Publishing
Total Pages: 328
Release: 1997
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780878423460
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Copious illustrations and witty, page-turning prose guide readers on geologic walking or driving tours of 37 sites in Illinois.

Guide to the Geologic Map of Illinois

2023-11-20
Guide to the Geologic Map of Illinois
Author: Illinois State Geological Survey
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2023-11-20
Genre: Science
ISBN:
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The 'Guide to the Geologic Map of Illinois' by the Illinois State Geological Survey is a comprehensive and meticulously detailed analysis of the geology of Illinois. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the state's geological formations, highlighting key features, rock types, and historical context. Written in a clear and informative style, the guide serves as an essential resource for geologists, researchers, and anyone interested in the earth sciences. This book not only serves as a valuable reference for understanding the geology of Illinois but also contributes to the broader field of geology with its detailed analysis and comprehensive coverage. The inclusion of detailed maps, charts, and illustrations further enhances the reader's understanding of the subject matter. The author's expertise and dedication to the study of Illinois geology shine through in this meticulously researched and carefully crafted guide. The 'Guide to the Geologic Map of Illinois' is a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of the geological landscape of Illinois and beyond.

Chicago in Stone and Clay

2022-09-15
Chicago in Stone and Clay
Author: Raymond Wiggers
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2022-09-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 1501765078
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Chicago in Stone and Clay explores the interplay between the city's most architecturally significant sites, the materials they're made of, and the sediments and bedrock they are anchored in. This unique geologist's survey of Windy City neighborhoods demonstrates the fascinating and often surprising links between science, art, engineering, and urban history. Drawing on two decades of experience leading popular geology tours in Chicago, Raymond Wiggers crafted this book for readers ranging from the region's large community of amateur naturalists, "citizen scientists," and architecture buffs to geologists, architects, educators, and other professionals seeking a new perspective on the themes of architecture and urbanism. Unlike most geology and architecture books, Chicago in Stone and Clay is written in the informal, accessible style of a natural history tour guide, humanizing the science for the nonspecialist reader. Providing an exciting new angle on both architecture and natural history, Wiggers uses an integrative approach that incorporates multiple themes and perspectives to demonstrate how the urban environment presents us with a rich geologic and architectural legacy.

Interior Cratonic Basins

1991
Interior Cratonic Basins
Author: Morris Wellman Leighton
Publisher:
Total Pages: 854
Release: 1991
Genre: Nature
ISBN:
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A detailed overview of the Illinois basin is followed by less detailed reviews of six other selected interior cratonic basins: the Williston, Michigan, Baltic, Paris, Parana, and Carpentaria basins. The goal is to develop a better understanding of the basin-forming, basin-filling, and basin-modifying processes that control hydrocarbon plays and resultant oil and gas fields in this class of basins. The idea is to describe and document the variations, opportunities, and exploration problems that can be expected.

Quaternary Glaciation of the Great Lakes Region

2018
Quaternary Glaciation of the Great Lakes Region
Author: Alan Kehew
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2018
Genre: History
ISBN: 0813725305
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Taking advantage of new technological advances in Quaternary geology and geomorphology, this volume showcases new developments in glacial geology. Honoring the legacy of Frank Leverett and F.B. Taylor's 1915 USGS monograph of the region, this book includes 12 chapters that cover diverse topics ranging from hydrogeology, near-surface geophysics, geotectonics, and vertebrate paleontology to glacial geomorphology and glacial history. Several papers make use of detailed but nuanced shaded relief maps of digital elevation models of LiDAR data; these advances are brought into historical perspective by visiting the history of geologic mapping of Michigan. Looking forward, interpretations of the shaded relief maps evoke novel processes, such as regional evolution of subglacial and supraglacial drainage systems of receding glacial margins. The volume also includes assessment of chronological issues in light of greater accuracy and precision of radiocarbon dating of plant fossils using accelerator mass spectrometry versus older techniques.