Geology of Himachal Pradesh
Unknown authors
Abstract
Himachal Pradesh forming an important segment of the Himalaya has been the focus of study for over hundred years. An attempt has been made in this book to synthesize the knowledge so far gathered. The book presents a wealth of geological data on some of the famous Himalayan sections of Shali-Shimla, Lahaul-Spiti, Larji-Rampur and Krol-Tal. With a coloured geological map, numerous photographs and line drawings illustrating the geological feature of this region, the book offers an interesting account of the geology of this terrain. This book also includes chapters on the Mineral Resources and Geothermal Energy Resources of the State.
Topics & Concepts
TerrainGeothermal gradientGeologyGeographyFeature (linguistics)Line drawingsMining engineeringCartographyArchaeologyPaleontologyEngineeringEngineering drawingLinguisticsPhilosophyLandslides and related hazardsMineral Processing and Grinding