Maryland Geological Survey: Allegany County (1900)

By William Bullock Clark

Book Overview

The book ""Maryland Geological Survey: Allegany County (1900)"" by William Bullock Clark is a comprehensive geological survey of Allegany County, Maryland, conducted in the year 1900. The book provides a detailed analysis of the county's geology, including its rocks, minerals, fossils, and topography. The author, William Bullock Clark, was a renowned geologist and paleontologist who was instrumental in the development of the Maryland Geological Survey. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Allegany County's geology. The first chapter provides an overview of the county's geology and discusses the various rock formations found in the area. The second chapter focuses on the county's topography, including its mountains, valleys, and rivers. The third chapter delves into the county's mineral resources, including coal, iron, and limestone. The fourth chapter discusses the county's fossil record, including the various types of fossils found in the area and their significance. The final chapter provides a detailed analysis of the county's groundwater resources, including its aquifers and wells.Overall, ""Maryland Geological Survey: Allegany County (1900)"" is an invaluable resource for geologists, paleontologists, and anyone interested in the geology of Allegany County, Maryland. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the county's geology, making it an important reference for anyone studying the region's natural history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164563165
• ISBN13: 9781164563167
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.3" x 11.0"