Geodesy, which is the science of measuring the size and shape of the Earth, explores the theory, instrumentation and results from modern geodetic systems. The beginning sections of the volume cover th
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
The study of geomagnetism, particularly the study of the Earth’s magnetic vield is of increasingly critical importance to geoscientists. Geomagnetism presents various aspects of the magnetic field of
Mantle Dynamics provides an in-depth overview of the field of mantle dynamics in its present state. It surveys the physics and fluid dynamics of mantle convection, with theoretical, laboratory and com
Core Dynamics is an account of the dynamics at the heart of our planet. The range of subjects reflects the breadth and the fast pace of research in core dynamics. Topics include structure and composit
