EGGS 135 - Geol of Nat Parks

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Environ, Geog, & Geol Sciences

Description:

Introduces geologic concepts using examples from our national parks and monuments. The course illustrates how Earth's internal processes are responsible for earthquakes, volcanoes, and the formation of mountain ranges; and how the action of wind, water, and ice at Earth's surface results in erosion and exposure of older rocks. Students will learn how geology observed in national parks relates to the theory of plate tectonics GCo a framework that has revolutionized thinking in the geosciences.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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