Grove Karl Gilbert: A Great Engine of Research

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• Stephen J. Pyne

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306 Seiten

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11 Stunden

• Biografien & Memoiren
• Geologie & Mineralogie
• Natur
• Natur, Tiere

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Grove Karl Gilbert stands out as a multifaceted scientist and explorer of the American West. His groundbreaking work includes defining two new forms of mountain building and introducing the concept of the graded stream. Gilbert also played a pivotal role in modern lunar origin theories and was instrumental in establishing geomorphology as a scientific discipline. Additionally, he contributed significantly to conservation literature, showcasing his diverse impact on various scientific fields.

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• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• Einband: Paperback