{"title":"Stuart J. Jones","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Stuart J. Jones, an esteemed author known for his insightful contributions to the field of geology. With a keen focus on \u003cem\u003eSedimentary Petrology\u003c\/em\u003e, Jones's books are a treasure trove for those passionate about Science \u0026amp; Nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStuart J. Jones has masterfully crafted texts that articulate the complexities of sedimentary rocks, providing a comprehensive understanding of their formation, composition, and significance within Earth's geological history. His works are renowned for their clarity, making complex scientific concepts accessible to both students and professionals alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you'll find thoroughly researched and expertly written volumes that are essential for anyone looking to delve deeper into the intricate world of geology. Whether you're a budding geologist, an academic, or simply a curious reader, Stuart J. Jones offers a rich exploration of Earth's natural wonders through his exceptional work in Sedimentary Petrology.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sedimentary-petrology-by-maurice-e-tucker-9781118786499","title":"Sedimentary Petrology","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthoritative, accessible, and updated introduction to sedimentary rocks for undergraduate students\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSedimentary Petrology\u003c\/em\u003e provides readers with a concise account of sedimentary rock composition, mineralogy, texture, structure, diagenesis, and depositional environments. The new edition of this classic text incorporates the many technological and analytical advances of the last decade, revealing exciting details of processes such as microbial precipitation, how microporosity is created within mudrocks, and the chemical composition of foraminifera deposits, which can be a key indicator for changing seawater temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis fourth edition offers a comprehensive update and expansion of the previous editions with a new set of illustrations, new references, and further reading. The new co-author Stuart Jones has brought his considerable expertise in clastic sedimentology to the rewritten chapters on sandstones and mudrocks. The addition of colour images throughout the text will aid students immensely in their studies and petrographic fieldwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSample topics covered in \u003cem\u003eSedimentary Petrology\u003c\/em\u003e include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdvances in modelling and programming to simulate depositional-diagenetic conditions and controls which support field-lab descriptions and interpretations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOcean acidification and the demise of coral reefs, and the role of the oceans in carbon capture and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSedimentary ironstones and iron-formations, sedimentary phosphate deposits, coal, oil shale and petroleum, and cherts and siliceous sediments\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLimestones, evaporites, volcaniclastic sediments, sandstones, conglomerates, breccias, and the effects of microplastics on marine organisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAimed at undergraduates in geology and earth science, \u003cem\u003eSedimentary Petrology\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent teaching and learning resource for introductory courses in sedimentary rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072361316588,"sku":"9781118786499","price":97.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8812053482586.jpg?v=1765097750"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/stuart-j-jones.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}