Geologic Framework and Glaciation of the Western Area

Authors

Christopher L. Hill, Boise State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Contribution to Books

Publication Date

1-1-2006

Abstract

The geological framework for western North America consists of physical landscapes (geomorphic features) and stratigraphic sequences that can be used to provide a basis for understanding the chronologic and environmental context for Late Pleistocene human populations. The Western Area includes the region of North America from the Pacific coast to the Rocky Mountains and parts of the Great Basin and Colorado plateau (figs. 1-2).

Comments

This document was originally published in Handbook of North American Indians.

Publication Information

Hill, Christopher L.. (2006). "Geologic Framework and Glaciation of the Western Area". Handbook of North American Indians, 347-60.