ISBN-10:
0521831121
ISBN-13:
9780521831123
Pub. Date:
07/28/2003
Publisher:
The Open University
ISBN-10:
0521831121
ISBN-13:
9780521831123
Pub. Date:
07/28/2003
Publisher:
The Open University

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Overview

This textbook on the Cretaceous era explores the interactions between the physical, chemical and biological processes operating within, and at the surface of, the Earth during this extreme period in history. Characterized by high atmospheric carbon dioxide and global warmth, the Cretaceous era is very relevant to future climatic change studies. Designed for use in undergraduate and graduate courses, the text includes chapter summaries, focus boxes, and Questions and Answers throughout. It is supported by a website hosting sample pages, selected illustrations, and exercises.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780521831123
Publisher: The Open University
Publication date: 07/28/2003
Pages: 360
Product dimensions: 8.74(w) x 11.22(h) x 1.18(d)

Table of Contents

Preface; Part I. Survey of the Cretaceous World: 1. Introduction to the Cretaceous; 2. The mobile palaeogeographical framework; 3. Fluctuating sea-level; 4. Changing climate and biota; 5. Changing climate and biota - the marine record; Part II. The Workings of the Cretaceous World: 6. Biogeochemical cycles; 7. Volcanic inputs; 8. The operation of major geological carbon sinks; 9. The lost world rediscovered; Part III. The End of an Era: 10. The end-Cretaceous mass extinction; 11. Seeking an explanation; 12. The 'smoking gun'; 13. The effects of the Chicxulub impact; Acknowledgements; References; Index.
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