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West Texas State University. Geological Society |
| Title |
Guidebook of Palo Duro Canyon
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Guidebook of Palo Duro Canyon" by West Texas State University Geological Society is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century. This guidebook serves as an educational resource, detailing the geologic, ecological, and historical significance of Palo Duro Canyon in Texas, recognizing it as one of the United States' most striking natural landmarks. The guidebook is organized into sections covering various aspects of the canyon, including its ecology, human history, and geological formations spanning millions of years. It discusses the diverse plant and animal life supported by the canyon's unique environment and provides insights into ancient tribes that inhabited the area, including their interactions with the early European settlers. Furthermore, it explores the canyon's geologic history, explaining the composition and age of various formations found in the canyon as well as fossil findings that illustrate the area's ancient ecosystem. Overall, this guidebook is an informative companion for both casual visitors and serious geology enthusiasts interested in understanding the complexity and beauty of Palo Duro Canyon. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QE: Science: Geology
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| Subject |
Geology -- Texas -- Palo Duro Canyon
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| Subject |
Palo Duro Canyon (Tex.)
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
50487 |
| Release Date |
Nov 19, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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