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Principles of Environmental Science
William P. Cunningham, University of Minnesota
Mary Ann Cunningham, Vassar College
Environmental Geology and Earth Resources

Learning Objectives

After studying this chapter, you should be able to

I.

understand some basic geologic principles, including how plate-tectonic movements affect conditions for life on the earth.

II.

explain how the three major rock types form and how the rock cycle works.

III.

summarize economic mineralogy and strategic minerals.

IV.

discuss the environmental effects of mining and mineral processing.

V.

recognize the geologic hazards of earthquakes, volcanoes, floods, and erosion.








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