9781779563088, Structural Geology, Engineering and Technology

Structural Geology

Description

The aim of Structural Geology is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the deformation of the Earth's crust. The book covers topics such as stress and strain, rock deformation mechanisms, folds, faults, and tectonic settings. Through a combination of theoretical frameworks and field-based case studies, it equips students with the skills to analyze and interpret geological structures and their implications for various geological processes and applications.
Editor Bio

Antonella Galetto, is a PhD geologist with training in various earth sciences disciplines, including renewable energy exploration, geochronology, and geographic information systems. She graduated from the National University of Cordoba in Argentina. Her research projects have primarily focused on the exploration of geothermal energy and studying the evolution of the Andes through collaboration with multiple scientific groups worldwide. Currently, she’s working on processing geospatial imagery for various exploration purposes and serve as a tutor of geographic information systems and geodata analysis at the university level. Additionally, she work as an academic editor for a company that offers revision, polishing, and translation services for scientific research papers in the geosciences field.