Mysterious Qinghai-Tibet Plateau

Author: Pan Yusheng (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: This book introduces the current state of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the research achievements obtained. It primarily covers the geological history, unique ecosystems, colorful natural landscapes, and abundant natural resources of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The central purpose of the book is to help readers understand how the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau formed and evolved, why it rose to become the "Roof of the World," what forces caused such a vast plateau to reach its current height, and the impact of the plateau's uplift on itself, the surrounding environment, and even the global scale. This book is an advanced popular science reading material aimed at the general public.