| Fundamentals of Geophysics Contributor(s): Lowrie, William (Author) |
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ISBN: 0521675960 ISBN-13: 9780521675963 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $83.99 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2007 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: This unique textbook presents a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of geophysics. Unlike most geophysics textbooks, it combines both the applied and theoretical aspects to the subject. The author explains complex geophysical concepts using abundant diagrams, a simplified mathematical treatment, and easy-to-follow equations. After placing the Earth in the context of the solar system, he describes each major branch of geophysics: gravitation, seismology, dating, thermal and electrical properties, geomagnetism, paleomagnetism and geodynamics. Each chapter begins with a summary of the basic physical principles, and a brief account of each topic's historical evolution. The book will satisfy the needs of intermediate-level earth science students from a variety of backgrounds, while at the same time preparing geophysics majors for continued study at a higher level. |
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| BISAC Categories: - Science | Physics - Geophysics |
| Dewey: 551 |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 8.6" W x 10.8" (2.35 lbs) 381 pages |
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Contributor Bio(s): Lowrie, William: - William Lowrie is Professor Emeritus of Geophysics at the Institute of Geophysics at the ETH Zurich, Switzerland, where he has taught and carried out research for over thirty years. His research interests include rock magnetism, magnetostratigraphy, and tectonic applications of paleomagnetic methods. |