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Author Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882
Translator Renard, Alphonse-François, 1842-1903
Title Observations Géologiques sur les Îles Volcaniques Explorées par l'Expédition du "Beagle"
Et Notes sur la Géologie de l'Australie et du Cap de Bonne-Espérance
Credits Produced by David Starner, Anne Dreze, Marc D'Hooghe and the PG Online Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "Observations Géologiques sur les Îles Volcaniques Explorées par l'Expédition du « Beagle »" by Charles Darwin is a scientific publication written during the mid-19th century. This work is part of a trilogy discussing geological observations made during Darwin's famous voyage on the Beagle, focusing specifically on volcanic islands, the geological features of Australia, and the Cape of Good Hope. The likely topic centers on the geological formations and phenomena observed by Darwin during his explorations of various volcanic regions, particularly in the Atlantic. At the start of the work, Darwin introduces the foundational geology of the island of San Thiago, which is part of the Cape Verde archipelago. He meticulously describes the geological layers he encounters, detailing the sedimentary and volcanic rock formations, their mineral compositions, and the implications of their structures on volcanic activity. In this initial chapter, he highlights the interplay between basaltic lava and calcareous deposits, emphasizing the significance of his observations in challenging existing geological theories, such as the "crater of elevation" concept. This opening portion sets the stage for a deeper examination of the geological principles that underpin his arguments while showcasing his keen observational skills and the influence of his earlier studies on his geological theories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class QE: Science: Geology
Subject Beagle Expedition (1831-1836)
Subject Geology -- South America
Subject Volcanoes -- Southern Hemisphere
Category Text
EBook-No. 9824
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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