Mantle Plumes And Their Effects

Author : Mainak Choudhuri,Michal Nemčok
Publisher : Springer
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319442396

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Mantle Plumes and Their Effects by Mainak Choudhuri,Michal Nemčok Pdf

This book presents a brief synopsis of the current academic understanding of the plume hypothesis, its surface manifestations and its shortcomings. It also describes methods for estimating the uplift history of a region due to plume activity. It discusses different models for the elastic properties of the lithosphere and their estimation as a background for plume emplacement, and introduces the plume hypothesis, describing the major plume types and their effect on the lithosphere. Two chapters are dedicated to the dynamic and permanent topography produced by an impinging plume head below the lithosphere and its estimation. It also presents the historical background of the plume hypothesis, its criticisms and alternatives.

Author : Kent C. Condie
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2001-10-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521014727

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Mantle Plumes and Their Record in Earth History by Kent C. Condie Pdf

A comprehensive 2001 review of mantle plumes for advanced students and researchers in Earth science.

Author : Richard E. Ernst,Kenneth L. Buchan
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 604 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0813723523

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Mantle Plumes by Richard E. Ernst,Kenneth L. Buchan Pdf

Author : Harsh Gupta
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1579 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789048187010

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Encyclopedia of Solid Earth Geophysics by Harsh Gupta Pdf

The past few decades have witnessed the growth of the Earth Sciences in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of the planet that we live on. This development addresses the challenging endeavor to enrich human lives with the bounties of Nature as well as to preserve the planet for the generations to come. Solid Earth Geophysics aspires to define and quantify the internal structure and processes of the Earth in terms of the principles of physics and forms the intrinsic framework, which other allied disciplines utilize for more specific investigations. The first edition of the Encyclopedia of Solid Earth Geophysics was published in 1989 by Van Nostrand Reinhold publishing company. More than two decades later, this new volume, edited by Prof. Harsh K. Gupta, represents a thoroughly revised and expanded reference work. It brings together more than 200 articles covering established and new concepts of Geophysics across the various sub-disciplines such as Gravity, Geodesy, Geomagnetism, Seismology, Seismics, Deep Earth Processes, Plate Tectonics, Thermal Domains, Computational Methods, etc. in a systematic and consistent format and standard. It is an authoritative and current reference source with extraordinary width of scope. It draws its unique strength from the expert contributions of editors and authors across the globe. It is designed to serve as a valuable and cherished source of information for current and future generations of professionals.

Author : Gillian R. Foulger
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011-06-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781444348323

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Plates vs Plumes by Gillian R. Foulger Pdf

Since the advent of the mantle plume hypothesis in 1971, scientists have been faced with the problem that its predictions are not confirmed by observation. For thirty years, the usual reaction has been to adapt the hypothesis in numerous ways. As a result, the multitude of current plume variants now amounts to an unfalsifiable hypothesis. In the early 21st century demand became relentless for a theory that can explain melting anomalies in a way that fits the observations naturally and is forward-predictive. From this the Plate hypothesis emerged–the exact inverse of the Plume hypothesis. The Plate hypothesis attributes melting anomalies to shallow effects directly related to plate tectonics. It rejects the hypothesis that surface volcanism is driven by convection in the deep mantle. Earth Science is currently in the midst of the kind of paradigm-challenging debate that occurs only rarely in any field. This volume comprises its first handbook. It reviews the Plate and Plume hypotheses, including a clear statement of the former. Thereafter it follows an observational approach, drawing widely from many volcanic regions in chapters on vertical motions of Earth's crust, magma volumes, time-progressions of volcanism, seismic imaging, mantle temperature and geochemistry. This text: Deals with a paradigm shift in Earth Science - some say the most important since plate tectonics Is analogous to Wegener's The Origin of Continents and Oceans Is written to be accessible to scientists and students from all specialities This book is indispensable to Earth scientists from all specialties who are interested in this new subject. It is suitable as a reference work for those teaching relevant classes, and an ideal text for advanced undergraduates and graduate students studying plate tectonics and related topics. Visit Gillian's own website at http://www.mantleplumes.org

Author : Franco Pirajno
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401725026

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Ore Deposits and Mantle Plumes by Franco Pirajno Pdf

PERTH Western Australia March 2000 Increasingly explorationists are seeking to find new ore deposits in poorly prospected areas, be they geographically remote, such as in the Arctic, or geologically remote, such as those under sedimentary cover. Modern prospecting techniques, including low-detection-level geochemistry and the use of advanced geophysical instrumentation have greatly assisted explorers but fundamental to any soundly based exploration program remains an understanding of the geological framework of ore deposits. This allows the development of deposit models on macroscopic and mesoscopic scales. This book by Dr. Franeo Pirajno draws on his extensive and wide global experience. To set the scene for a discussion of ore deposit generation Franeo details the Earths internal structures and mantle dynamics. He then explores the impact of mantle plumes on the crust and in particular their role in the production of magmatic environments, and in continental scale rifting. This includes a descriptive section on magmatic provinces around the globe, which highlights the importance of plumes. Any study of Earth processes needs to take into account the effects of extraterrestrial bombardment, and in particular the results from the impacts of large bolides. The effects of these impacts on the atmosphere and on life have now been recognised as profound. It is likely that the effect ofthese impacts on the Earth's crust is as equally profound.

Author : Gerald Schubert,Donald Lawson Turcotte,Peter Olson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 1016 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521798361

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Mantle Convection in the Earth and Planets by Gerald Schubert,Donald Lawson Turcotte,Peter Olson Pdf

Comprehensive and up-to-date synthesis of all aspects of mantle convection, for advanced students and researchers.

Author : Hauke Marquardt,Maxim Ballmer,Sanne Cottaar,Jasper Konter
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2021-07-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119528616

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Mantle Convection and Surface Expressions by Hauke Marquardt,Maxim Ballmer,Sanne Cottaar,Jasper Konter Pdf

A multidisciplinary perspective on the dynamic processes occurring in Earth's mantle The convective motion of material in Earth's mantle, powered by heat from the deep interior of our planet, drives plate tectonics at the surface, generating earthquakes and volcanic activity. It shapes our familiar surface landscapes, and also stabilizes the oceans and atmosphere on geologic timescales. Mantle Convection and Surface Expressions brings together perspectives from observational geophysics, numerical modelling, geochemistry, and mineral physics to build a holistic picture of the deep Earth. It explores the dynamic processes occurring in the mantle as well as the associated heat and material cycles. Volume highlights include: Perspectives from different scientific disciplines with an emphasis on exploring synergies Current state of the mantle, its physical properties, compositional structure, and dynamic evolution Transport of heat and material through the mantle as constrained by geophysical observations, geochemical data and geodynamic model predictions Surface expressions of mantle dynamics and its control on planetary evolution and habitability The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

Author : Joachim R. R. Ritter,U.R. Christensen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2007-04-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540680468

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Mantle Plumes by Joachim R. R. Ritter,U.R. Christensen Pdf

The concept of mantle plumes is a key to understanding intraplate volcanism in the framework of modern plate tectonics. Recent progress in instrumental, analytical and satellite technology enables scientists to verify the plume hypothesis with seismic tomography, isotope geochemistry and other sophisticated techniques. In this book, a group of experts review these advances in plume research and present a general overview on recent plume studies.

Author : Gillian R. Foulger,Donna M. Jurdy
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 1012 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813724300

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Plates, Plumes, and Planetary Processes by Gillian R. Foulger,Donna M. Jurdy Pdf

Presents a collection of papers discussing various hypotheses and models of planetary plumes.

Author : David A. Yuen,Shigenori Maruyama,Shun-ichiro Karato,Brian F. Windley
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 567 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2007-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402057496

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Superplumes: Beyond Plate Tectonics by David A. Yuen,Shigenori Maruyama,Shun-ichiro Karato,Brian F. Windley Pdf

This abundantly illustrated book provides a concise overview of our understanding of the entire mantle, its evolution since early differentiation and the consequences of superplumes for earth surface processes. The book’s balanced authorship has produced a state-of-the-science report on the emerging concept of superplumes. This presents a new concept to explain catastrophic events on Earth through geologic time.

Author : Gillian R. Foulger
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 898 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813723884

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Plates, Plumes, and Paradigms by Gillian R. Foulger Pdf

Author : R.W. Wilson,G.A. Houseman,K.J.W. McCaffrey,A.G. Doré,S.J.H. Buiter
Publisher : Geological Society of London
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781786203830

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Fifty Years of the Wilson Cycle Concept in Plate Tectonics by R.W. Wilson,G.A. Houseman,K.J.W. McCaffrey,A.G. Doré,S.J.H. Buiter Pdf

Fifty years ago, Tuzo Wilson published his paper asking `Did the Atlantic close and then re-open?’. This led to the `Wilson Cycle’ concept in which the repeated opening and closing of ocean basins along old orogenic belts is a key process in the assembly and breakup of supercontinents. The Wilson Cycle underlies much of what we know about the geological evolution of the Earth and its lithosphere, and will no doubt continue to be developed as we gain more understanding of the physical processes that control mantle convection, plate tectonics, and as more data become available from currently less accessible regions. This volume includes both thematic and review papers covering various aspects of the Wilson Cycle concept. Thematic sections include: (1) the Classic Wilson v. Supercontinent Cycles, (2) Mantle Dynamics in the Wilson Cycle, (3) Tectonic Inheritance in the Lithosphere, (4) Revisiting Tuzo’s question on the Atlantic, (5) Opening and Closing of Oceans, and (6) Cratonic Basins and their place in the Wilson Cycle.

Author : Amir Khan,Frédéric Deschamps
Publisher : Springer
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2015-04-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319156279

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The Earth's Heterogeneous Mantle by Amir Khan,Frédéric Deschamps Pdf

This book highlights and discusses recent developments that have contributed to an improved understanding of observed mantle heterogeneities and their relation to the thermo-chemical state of Earth's mantle, which ultimately holds the key to unlocking the secrets of the evolution of our planet. This series of topical reviews and original contributions address 4 themes. Theme 1 covers topics in geophysics, including global and regional seismic tomography, electrical conductivity and seismic imaging of mantle discontinuities and heterogeneities in the upper mantle, transition zone and lower mantle. Theme 2 addresses geochemical views of the mantle including lithospheric evolution from analysis of mantle xenoliths, composition of the deep Earth and the effect of water on subduction-zone processes. Theme 3 discusses geodynamical perspectives on the global thermo-chemical structure of the deep mantle. Theme 4 covers application of mineral physics data and phase equilibrium computations to infer the regional-scale thermo-chemical structure of the mantle.

Author : D.E. James
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1299 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1989-11-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780442243661

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Encyclopedia of Solid Earth Geophysics by D.E. James Pdf

Consisting of more than 150 articles written by leading experts, this authoritative reference encompasses the entire field of solid-earth geophysics. It describes in detail the state of current knowledge, including advanced instrumentation and techniques, and focuses on important areas of exploration geophysics. It also offers clear and complete coverage of seismology, geodesy, gravimetry, magnetotellurics and related areas in the adjacent disciplines of physics, geology, oceanography and space science.