Edward Hitchcock classroom lecture notes, "Geology"

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Edward Hitchcock classroom lecture notes,
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Creator Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864
Title Edward Hitchcock classroom lecture notes, "Geology"
Dates 1826-1855
Abstract Natural history lecture notes by Edward Hitchcock introducing the subject of geology to his students. Hitchcock discusses some of the difficulties involved in studying geology, such as less distinct differences between types of rocks, changes in rock structure due to heat, air, and water, and the challenge of examining rocks within the earth to confirm facts. He touches on several aspects of geology, especially the concept of strata, explaining the different types. Hitchcock lists several different types of rocks, such as granite, gneiss, slate, quartz, and red sandstone, and summarizes their composition, structures, varieties, and usual geological position. He additionally writes in-depth about different organic remains found within rocks, including different types of shells, plant matter, and animal remains.
Notes The notes are undated. Dates provided are taken from the dates of the series.
Physical Description 1 item (79 pages) ; 27 cm, Pagination includes 4 inserts as well as blank pages not digitized.
Languages English
Place of Creation Amherst (Mass.)
Genre Lecture notes
Subject Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 – Notebooks, sketchbooks, etc.
Subject Geology – Study and teaching (Higher) – Massachusetts – Amherst
Subject Fossils – Study and teaching (Higher) – Massachusetts – Amherst
Part of Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers
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Repository Amherst College Archives & Special Collections
Shelf Location Box 10 Folder 10
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