Geophysics is a broad subject that encompasses not only the physics of the Earth, but also the physics of the atmosphere and oceans. The heart of geophysics, however, is the theory of the solid Earth. The Solid Earth is a general introduction to the study of modern physics of the solid Earth, including the workings of both the Earth's surface and its deep interior. The book begins with a brief historical introduction to developments in geophysics. The next chapter discusses the important theory of plate tectonics, and is followed logically by a chapter on geomagnetism and palaeomagnetism. Subsequent chapters deal with the subjects of seismology, gravity, radioactivity and the age of the Earth and heat flow in the Earth. The book concludes with chapters on the physics of the oceanic and continental lithospheres. The emphasis throughout the discussion is on basic physical principles rather than instrumentation or data handling. Many helpful worked examples are given in the text, and, in addition, there are problems of various degrees of difficulty at the end of each chapter. Appendices explain more advanced mathematical topics and theories of seismology for mathematically inclined students.
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'This fine new geophysics textbook will now be added to the top of my list of recommendations, as it promises to be excellent both for teachers and for those seeking a review of these processes from a geophysical point of view.' Nature
' ... a superb, clearly laid out text.' New Scientist
' ... a superb, clearly laid out text.' New Scientist
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The Solid Earth is a general introduction to the study of modern physics of the solid Earth. The book begins with a brief historical introduction to developments in geophysics. The next chapter discusses the important theory of plate tectonics, and is followed logically by a chapter on geomagnetism and palaeomagnetism. Subsequent chapters deal with the subjects of seismology, gravity, radioactivity and the age of the Earth and heat flow in the Earth. The book concludes with chapters on the physics of the oceanic and continental lithospheres.
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Solid Text - Physics Oriented,
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This is indeed a fine text. I think it is easier to read and work through if one has a strong background in physics (vs. geology) as the methodology is quite similar to the standard approach in physics, i.e. make a conjecture based on some physical intuition, attempt to derive relevant equations from basic principles, and then apply those equations. Geology is typically more descriptive and slightly less rigorous so I would imagine someone approaching this text from a geology dominated background might have a harder time reading it than a person coming to geophysics from physics or math.
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Hard to read, lacks examples,
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This book supplies a lot of essential equations for geophysics but is terribly boring. The problems at the end of the chapter have few examples to offer any help with the problems. This book is overly concerned with derivation and not concerned enough with clear, easy to follow explanations.
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This is an outstanding text that is widely respected. Before I developed my own notes, I used it in my classes at the University of Oklahoma. Fowler is very clear in her explanations and coverage. The first review here reads like a disgruntled student and does this fine book a disservice.
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Geophysics, the physics of the earth, is a huge subject which includes the physics of space and the atmosphere, of the oceans and of interior of the planet. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
overthrust model, emplacement zone, equilibrium geotherm, lower focal hemisphere, overriding mantle, relative velocity triangle, geoid height anomaly, magnetic bight, viscoelastic lithosphere, past plate motions, reflection record section, labile kerogen, radioactive heat generation, mantle reflections, refractory kerogen, facies series, basal heat flow, oceanic crustal structure, ridge axis, midocean ridge system, conductive models, palaeomagnetic pole, upper mantle velocities, upper mantle velocity, isostatic anomaly Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
East Pacific Rise, Earth Planet, New York, United States, North American Plate, Indian Ocean, North Atlantic, Cambridge Univ, Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, South Atlantic, Vancouver Island, South America, New Mexico, Juan de Fuca Ridge, San Francisco, North Sea, Southeast Indian Ridge, African Plate, Earth Sci, Eurasian Plate, Flannan Thrust, New Zealand, Arabian Plate, Ganga Basin New!
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Geophysics, the physics of the earth, is a huge subject which includes the physics of space and the atmosphere, of the oceans and of interior of the planet. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
overthrust model, emplacement zone, equilibrium geotherm, lower focal hemisphere, overriding mantle, relative velocity triangle, geoid height anomaly, magnetic bight, viscoelastic lithosphere, past plate motions, reflection record section, labile kerogen, radioactive heat generation, mantle reflections, refractory kerogen, facies series, basal heat flow, oceanic crustal structure, ridge axis, midocean ridge system, conductive models, palaeomagnetic pole, upper mantle velocities, upper mantle velocity, isostatic anomaly Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
East Pacific Rise, Earth Planet, New York, United States, North American Plate, Indian Ocean, North Atlantic, Cambridge Univ, Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, South Atlantic, Vancouver Island, South America, New Mexico, Juan de Fuca Ridge, San Francisco, North Sea, Southeast Indian Ridge, African Plate, Earth Sci, Eurasian Plate, Flannan Thrust, New Zealand, Arabian Plate, Ganga Basin New!
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