Fossil Forests of the Yellowstone National Park by Frank Hall Knowlton
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| Author | Knowlton, Frank Hall, 1860-1926 |
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| Title | Fossil Forests of the Yellowstone National Park |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Fossil Forests of the Yellowstone National Park" by Frank Hall Knowlton is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the remarkable fossil forests found within Yellowstone National Park, discussing their formation, geological context, and significance. Through detailed observations, the author illustrates how these ancient trees were preserved in their upright positions by volcanic materials, providing a unique glimpse into the region's ecological history. In this work, Knowlton details various locations within the park, such as Specimen Ridge and Amethyst Mountain, where fossilized trunks can still be seen today. He describes the composition of the forests, identifying numerous species of trees and illustrating the processes of fossilization that led to their preservation. The book emphasizes the interplay between geological activity and the flora of the area, suggesting that these fossil forests were formed during times of volcanic eruptions that buried the trees before they decayed. The author also reflects on the climatic conditions of the past, indicating that they were likely different from what can be observed in Yellowstone today, thus enriching our understanding of the park's geological and botanical heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Petrified forests |
| Subject | Paleobotany -- Yellowstone National Park |
| Subject | Trees, Fossil -- Yellowstone National Park |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63519 |
| Release Date | Oct 21, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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