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082			_a550.3 _bLOW-F _2
100	1		_aLowrie, William
245	1	0	_aFundamentals of geophysics
250			_a3rd edition
260			_aCambridge : _bCambridge University Press, _c2021.
300			_aix, 419 pages ; _c28 cm
504			_aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520			_aThis enduringly popular undergraduate textbook has been thoroughly reworked and updated, and now comprises twelve chapters covering the same breadth of topics as earlier editions, but in a substantially modernized fashion to facilitate classroom teaching. Covering both theoretical and applied aspects of geophysics, clear explanations of the physical principles are blended with step-by-step derivations of the key equations and over 400 explanatory figures to explain the internal structure and properties of the planet, including its petroleum and mineral resources. New topics include the latest data acquisition technologies, such as satellite geophysics, planetary landers, ocean bottom seismometers, and fibre optic methods, as well as recent research developments in ambient noise interferometry, seismic hazard analysis, rheology, and numerical modelling - all illustrated with examples from the scientific literature. Student-friendly features include separate text boxes with auxiliary explanations and advanced topics of interest; reading lists of foundational, alternative, or more detailed resources; end-of-chapter review questions and an increased number of quantitative exercises. Completely new to this edition is the addition of computational exercises in Python, designed to help students acquire important programming skills and develop a more profound understanding of geophysics. Emphasises basic principles, combining clear explanations of the underlying physics with a robust yet accessible mathematical treatment Introduces cutting-edge topics such as planetary geophysics, geohazards, microseismicity and ambient noise, exposing students to exciting and topical areas of ongoing research Features a helpful section on numerical modelling and new computational exercises that help prepare students for graduate studies and careers in geophysics
650			_aGeophysics
700			_aFichtner, Andreas
856			_3Table of content _uhttps://www.cambridge.org/highereducation/books/fundamentals-of-geophysics/B6345BD682B6586F75EC40CB84A18EB1#contents
856			_3Reviews _uhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52355167-fundamentals-of-geophysics?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=GzTqB79vi9&rank=1#CommunityReviews
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