Geochemistry Research Advances

Author : Olafur Stefánsson
Publisher : Nova Publishers
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Science
ISBN : 1604562153

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Geochemistry Research Advances by Olafur Stefánsson Pdf

The field of geochemistry involves study of the chemical composition of the Earth and other planets, chemical processes and reactions that govern the composition of rocks and soils, and the cycles of matter and energy that transport the Earth's chemical components in time and space, and their interaction with the hydrosphere and the atmosphere. This book presents leading research in the field. Preface; Implications of complex glacial deposits for till geochemical exploration: Examples from the central Fennoscandian ice sheet; Geochemical modelling of concentrated mine waters: A comparison of the Pitzer ion-interaction theory with the ion-association model for the study of melanterite solubility in San Telmo mine (Huelva, Spain); Geochemical Anomalies Connected with Great Earthquakes in China; Structural Characterisation of Kerogen by Ruthenium Tetroxide Oxidation; Mucous Macroaggregates in the Northern Adriatic; Geochemical signals and paleoclimate changes in a 16,000 14C year sedimentary record from Lake Gucheng, eastern China; Biogeochemical evaluation of soil covers for base metal tailings, Ag-Pb-Zn Cannington mine, Australia; The Geochemical Characteristics of Rare Earth Elements in Granitic Laterites in Hainan Island, China; Index.

Author : Jorge Sanjurjo-Sánchez
Publisher : Nova Science Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Earth (Planet)
ISBN : 1626182450

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Advances in Geochemistry Research by Jorge Sanjurjo-Sánchez Pdf

Geochemistry concerns the distribution and migration of chemical elements within the Earth, but it comprises much more defined challenges such as the study of the origin of chemical elements, their evolution, the formation of minerals and rocks minerals, and also the role of elements in biology (geobiology). From the beginning, geochemistry has undergone very important advances, especially in the twentieth century which include the study of both the interior and crust of the Earth, the composition of the atmosphere, interaction with living organisms, and the distribution of elements in the Solar System and planets. Modern geochemistry can be applied to nearly all of the Earth Sciences. This book includes chapters discussing the use of geochemistry in environmental geochemistry, the correlation of geological materials, use of rare earths, the study of clays, and the biogeochemistry of petrological applications of geochemistry.

Author : Paul Tomascak,Tomáš Magna,Ralf Dohmen
Publisher : Springer
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2015-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319014302

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Advances in Lithium Isotope Geochemistry by Paul Tomascak,Tomáš Magna,Ralf Dohmen Pdf

This work summarizes the historical progression of the field of lithium (Li) isotope studies and provides a comprehensive yet succinct overview of the research applications toward which they have been directed. In synthesizing the historical and current research, the volume also suggests prospective future directions of study. Not even a full decade has passed since the publication of a broadly inclusive summary of Li isotope research around the globe (Tomascak, 2004). In this short time, the use of this isotope system in the investigation of geo- and cosmochemical questions has increased dramatically, due, in part, to the advent of new analytical technology at the end of the last millennium. Lithium, as a light element that forms low-charge, moderate-sized ions, manifests a number of chemical properties that make its stable isotope system useful in a wide array of geo- and cosmochemical research fields.

Author : Athanas S. Macheyeki,Dalaly Peter Kafumu,Feng Yuan,Xiaohui Li
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-14
Category : Geochemical prospecting
ISBN : 9780128194959

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Applied Geochemistry by Athanas S. Macheyeki,Dalaly Peter Kafumu,Feng Yuan,Xiaohui Li Pdf

Applied Geochemistry: Advances in Mineral Exploration Techniques is a book targeting all levels of exploration geologists, geology students and geoscientists working in the mining industry. This reference book covers mineral exploration techniques from multiple dimensions, including the application of statistics - both principal component analysis and factor analysis - to multifractal modeling. The book explains these approaches step-by-step and gives their limitations. In addition to techniques and applications in mineral exploration, Applied Geochemistry describes mineral deposits and the theories underpinning their formation through worldwide case studies. Includes both conventional and nonconventional techniques for mineral exploration, including lithogeochemical methods Highlights the importance and applications of multifractal models, 3D - mineral prospectivity modeling Features case studies from mines and mineral exploration ventures around the world

Author : Helen L. Cannon,Howard C. Hopps
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1971
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813711232

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Environmental Geochemistry in Health and Disease by Helen L. Cannon,Howard C. Hopps Pdf

Author : Umberto Colombo,G. D. Hobson
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 543 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781483149059

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Advances in Organic Geochemistry by Umberto Colombo,G. D. Hobson Pdf

Advances in Organic Geochemistry documents the proceedings of the First International Meeting of the European Branch of the Organic Geochemistry Group held in Milan on September 10-12, 1962. This compilation discusses research and review problems relating to the geochemistry of organic materials in the earth's crust, such as petroleum and coal, as well as less highly concentrated, but more widespread, organic matter present in various rocks, soils, and waters. Other topics covered include duplex origins of petroleum; chemical study of coal macerals; mineralized micro-structures in carbonaceous meteorites; primary investigation of the oleiferous dolerite of Dyvika; and organic residues in Jurassic oolitic limestones. Geochemical aspects of the microbial modification of carbon compounds; trace metal analysis of oils and asphalts by neutron activation techniques; and application of ultraviolet spectroscopy to the examination of dissolved organic substances in water are also deliberated in this text. This publication is beneficial to students and individuals conducting work on organic geochemistry.

Author : Surendra K. Saxena
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461256830

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Advances in Physical Geochemistry by Surendra K. Saxena Pdf

The second volume of this series consists of three parts. Part I focuses on the research on intracrystalline reactions. This work, which began nearly two decades ago, is critically reviewed by Ghose and Ganguly in Chapter 1. Besides the review, the authors include some of their previously unpublished work to demonstrate how future research could aid in obtaining data on thermodynamics of solid solutions and in understanding the cooling history of igneous and metamorphic rocks. The latter is also the theme adopted by Kretz in the second chapter, which examines the redistribution of Fe and Mg in coexisting silicates during cooling. Chapter 3 contains new data on Fe-Mg distribution in clinopyroxenes. Dal Negro and his co-authors have selected a series of clinopyroxenes from volcanic rocks and present site occupancy data on several clinopyroxenes of intermediate compositions. The data set has not been published before and is the first of its kind. Part II of this book begins with a chapter on melts by Gaskell, who explores the relationship between density and structure of silicate melts. This is followed by the synthesis of data generated in the U.S.S.R. by Shmulovich and his co-authors on fluids. Blencoe, Merkel and Seil present a thorough analysis of the phase equilibrium data on feldspars coexisting with fluids in the third chapter in this part.

Author : Vladimir P. Kolotov,Natalia S. Bezaeva
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 660 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2023-02-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031098833

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Advances in Geochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Planetary Sciences by Vladimir P. Kolotov,Natalia S. Bezaeva Pdf

This book presents 41 selected articles written by leading researchers from the Vernadsky Institute of Geochemistry and Analytical Chemistry, part of the Russian Academy of Sciences. The articles are grouped by the following topics: (1) Geochemistry, (2) Meteoritics, Cosmochemistry, Lunar and Planetary Sciences, (3) Biogeochemistry and Ecology, and (4) Analytical Chemistry, Radiochemistry, and Radioecology. The articles present recent experimental data, theoretical investigations, critical reviews, the results of computer modeling in the above-mentioned fields. Intended to provide a scientific “snapshot” of the institute, the book also includes content on its history, main scientific achievements and current goals, together with detailed descriptions of its 25 laboratories and three museums so as to promote new international collaborations. Given its scope, the book will be of interest to all scientists and graduate students working in the areas of geochemistry, analytical chemistry and radiochemistry, earth and environmental sciences, biogeosciences, meteoritics and planetary science, and to those seeking new collaboration opportunities in these areas in Russia.

Author : Jim Brooks,Dietrich H. Welte
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1984-01-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 0120320010

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Advances in Petroleum Geochemistry by Jim Brooks,Dietrich H. Welte Pdf

Petroleum geochemistry has turned out to be more than another step in the direction to quantify geology and geosciences in general. Petroleum geochemistry as it is today may very well be the triggering event that brings the other branches of geosciences like sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and others to a fruitful synthesis as evidenced by integrated basin studies.

Author : Jim Brooks
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781483288017

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Advances in Petroleum Geochemistry by Jim Brooks Pdf

Petroleum geochemistry has turned out to be more than another step in the direction to quantify geology and geosciences in general. Petroleum geochemistry as it is today may very well be the triggering event that brings the other branches of geosciences like sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, geophysics and others to a fruitful synthesis as evidenced by integrated basin studies.

Author : Russell Harmon,Andrew Parker
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 573 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2011-03-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444329971

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Frontiers in Geochemistry by Russell Harmon,Andrew Parker Pdf

This book is a contribution to the International Year of Planet Earth arising from the 33rd International Geological Congress, held in Oslo, Norway during August 2008. The first section of the book considers aspects of geochemical processes which led to the development of the solid Earth as it is today. The second portion of the book shows how the rapidly-evolving analytical tools and approaches presently used by geochemists may be used to solve emerging environmental and other societal problems. This unique collection of reviews, with contributions from a range of internationally distinguished scientists, will be invaluable reading for advanced students and others interested in the central role geochemistry in the earth sciences.

Author : Claude Dubois,Alain Chambaudet,Didier Klein,Michel Rebetez
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 614 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Gases
ISBN : PSU:000046228574

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Gas Geochemistry by Claude Dubois,Alain Chambaudet,Didier Klein,Michel Rebetez Pdf

Author : Geochemical Society (UNITED STATES OF AMERICA). Organic Geochemistry Group. European Branch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1964
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:299925611

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Advances in Organic Geochemistry. Proceedings of the International Meeting in Milan, 1962. Edited by Umberto Colombo and G.D. Hobson. [With Plates.]. by Geochemical Society (UNITED STATES OF AMERICA). Organic Geochemistry Group. European Branch Pdf

Author : Engelbert Martz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1681178966

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Geochemistry by Engelbert Martz Pdf

Geochemistry is the branch of Earth Science that applies chemical principles to deepen an understanding of the Earth system and systems of other planets. Geochemists consider Earth composed of discrete spheres ¿ rocks, fluids, gases and biology ¿ that exchange matter and energy over a range of time scales. An effective management of geological and environmental issues requires the understanding of recent research in minerals, soil, ores, rocks, water, sediments. In this work, it is proposed to provide an overview of major developments that have occurred in a number of areas of geochemistry in recent years. This will include developments in reservoir geochemistry such as the use of high-resolution gas chromatography for reservoir continuity studies and high-temperature gas chromatography for characterization of wax deposits. A brief overview of recent developments in biomarker geochemistry will be provided on exploration geochemistry along with a discussion on the use of various pyrolysis techniques for the purposes of artificial maturation or characterization of the insoluble organic matter in source rocks or asphaltenes in oils. It presents the main aspects of coalbed gas geochemistry and current research advances. Coals are both sources and reservoirs of large amounts of gas that has received increasing attention in recent years as a largely untapped potential energy resource.This book brings together the knowledge from a variety of topics within the field of geochemistry. It aims to characterize geochemical conditions prior to mine construction, operation, and reclamation/closure. The audience for this book consists of a multitude of scientists such as physicists, geologists, technologists, petroleum engineers, volcanologists, geochemists and government agencies.

Author : G. D. Hobson,M. C. Louis
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781483157115

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Advances in Organic Geochemistry 1964 by G. D. Hobson,M. C. Louis Pdf

Advances in Organic Geochemistry 1964 contains papers presented at the Second International Congress on Organic Geochemistry at Rueil-Malmaison, France on September 28-30, 1964. This collection discusses developments made in the field of organic-chemistry and the incorporation of organic matter with clay minerals. To understand the process involved in such association of materials, the text explains the overall reaction between the clay particles and all the organic and inorganic substances in the test solution. The study gives the trace element assemblages found in the Mansfield Marine Band as an example. Another study discusses the occurrence of isoprenoid alkanes in a Precambrian sediment where alkanes and porphyrin pigments, which remain stable for a long time in many geological conditions, can act as biological markers. The paper notes the Marker Bed of the Precambrian Nonesuch Shale Formation in Michigan. The book also presents more research such as those involving the Black Shales of the South-east Sicilian Triassic Basin and the Cretaceous Black Shales of the Cyrenaica Basin. The text then explains the use of electron spin resonance in studying concentrations of free radicals where the results of different measurements made on a Colorado coal are shown on a table. One paper addresses a study of the relative abundance of stable carbon isotopes as pointers to the evolution and genesis of petroleum. This collection will prove valuable for analytical and organic chemists, chemical engineers, geologists, and students of organic chemistry or geology.