The Geological Evolution of Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic Region
http://csmres.jmu.edu/geollab/vageol/vahist/index.html

Lynn Fichter, James Madison University


This in-depth look at the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States covers the origin of the geological history, as well as prerequisite knowledge for understanding the history. The geologic provinces are discussed, including the rock record with a geologic map and cross-sections, and subsurface geology. The history of this region includes rifting, volcanoes, and orogenies.

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Subject: Geoscience:Geology:Structural Geology
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16), College Lower (13-14)
Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Structural Geology