On The Relative Powers Of Glaciers And Floating Icebergs In Modifying The Surface Of The Earth

by Roderick Impey Murchison

On The Relative Powers Of Glaciers And Floating Icebergs In Modifying The Surface Of The Earth is a scientific book written by Roderick I. Murchison in 1864. The book explores the geological effects of glaciers and icebergs on the Earth's surface. Murchison examines the different ways in which glaciers and icebergs shape the land, including their impact on erosion, deposition, and the formation of landforms such as valleys and fjords. The author also discusses the role of climate change in the formation and movement of glaciers and icebergs. The book includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex geological processes at work. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of geology and the history of the Earth's surface.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

28 pages, Paperback

First published February 7, 2013

About the author

Sir Roderick Impey Murchison, 1st Baronet, KCB, DCL, FRS, HonFRSE, FLS, MRIA was a Scottish geologist who served as director-general of the British Geological Survey from 1855 until his death in 1871. He is noted for investigating and describing the Silurian, Devonian and Permian systems.