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Evolution of the Earth: Treatise on Geophysics - Couverture souple

 
9780444534644: Evolution of the Earth: Treatise on Geophysics
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 0444534644 ISBN 13 : 9780444534644
Editeur : Elsevier, 2009

Synopsis

Evolution of the Earth focuses on the formation of Earth. Topics include the differention of the core, mantle and crust; the formation of the ocean basins and continents; outgassing and volcanism; the initiation of plate tectonics, the origin and persistence of Earth's magnetic field; the growth of the inner core; changes in mantle convection through time; and the impact of life on the planet. The volume takes an interdisciplinary viewpoint that emphasizes the interplay of geophysics, other aspects of earth science and biological evolution. Some outstanding questions are identified and debated.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Evolution of the Earth focuses on the formation of Earth. Topics include the differention of the core, mantle and crust; the formation of the ocean basins and continents; outgassing and volcanism; the initiation of plate tectonics, the origin and persistence of Earth's magnetic field; the growth of the inner core; changes in mantle convection through time; and the impact of life on the planet. The volume takes an interdisciplinary viewpoint that emphasizes the interplay of geophysics, other aspects of earth science and biological evolution. Some outstanding questions are identified and debated.



  • Self-contained volume starts with an overview of the subject then explores each topic with in depth detail
  • Extensive reference lists and cross references with other volumes to facilitate further research
  • Full-color figures and tables support the text and aid in understanding
  • Content suited for both the expert and non-expert

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    Éditeur
    Elsevier
    Date d'édition
    2009
    Langue
    anglais
    ISBN 10 
    0444534644
    ISBN 13 
    9780444534644
    Reliure
    Broché
    Numéro d'édition
    1
    Nombre de pages
    334
    Éditeur
    Stevenson Dr. David
    Coordonnées du fabricant
    non disponible
    Personne responsable
    Barbara Criscuolo
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