Principles of field and mining geology / Основы полевой и рудничной геологии

The basic purpose of this book is to present an analysis of geological field techniques which will function as a working guide for the approach, pursuit, and solution of geological problems, particularly those of mining geology. It is the author’s hope that not only will the book acquaint students with proper field procedures, but that it also will afford a convenient reference for practicing geologists. The book has not been written for use by one who is just beginning his study of geology and engineering, but the presentation is founded upon the premise that the field man has acquired the elementary principles of geology and mineralogy.
Geological field work is undertaken primarily to determine the manner of occurrence, the distribution, and the extent of materials of the earth’s crust.' In fact, field observation is the foundation upon which the science of geology is built.
The methods of field geology include treatments of all phases of the science, and the geologist must be versed in the principles of mineralogy, petrology, stratigraphy, structural geology, economic geology, physiography, paleontology, and surveying. The experienced field man, regardless of any particular specialization, has at least a basic training in the several geological branches, as all phases have a certain bearing in use and applicability in the field. <...>