Gokhale N.W. Exercises on Geological Maps and Dip-Strike Problems

CBS Publishers, 2019. — 130 p.Geological maps and drawing sections through appropriate lines to reveal the underground structure is one ofthe important aspects of structural geology. The geological structure of any region is the foundation for further geological studies. As a first step, the beginneristaught the method ofdrawing geological section along a suitable lineto reveal the underground structure. Not many books have been published for providing exercises for undergraduate students. The manual "Exercises in Geological Maps and Dip and Strike problems" brought out by Prof. Gokhale. formerly Professor.and Head of Geology Department, Karnatak University, Dharwad,' is a welcome addition and will go a long way to fulfill the need.
The Manual will be found useful for undergraduate students of geology. The exercises span wide range from very simple to those involving folding, faulting and intrusions. The maps can be removed from the manual for section-drawing during the practicals. The manual will also be very useful to civil engineering students.