Geol.716          Introduction to Physical Geology                                                         (3C.H)

Course contents: Introduction to major topics of geology e.g., crystals and crystal systems, minerals and their physical properties, different types of rocks (igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks along with their sub-types), volcanoes, crystallization of magma, weathering and its types, mass wasting and its types.

Recommended Books:

1. Physical Geology by Plummer, C. C., Carlson, D. H., & McGeary, D. (2007). McGraw Hill.
2. Essentials of Geology by Marshak, S. (2004). W. W. Norton & Company.
3. General Geology by Foster, R. J. (1986). Merrill.
4. Earth by Press, F., & Siever, R. (1986). Freeman and Company.
5. Principles of Physical Geology by Sander, J. E. (1981). John Wiley & Sons.
6. Earth Science by Tarbuck, E. J., & Lutgens, F. K. (1994). Prentice Hall.