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Author : David Waltham
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1994-06-09
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 0748744975
First Published in 1994. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Author : Waltham, D.
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2013-08-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781134983087
Uses geological examples to illustrate mathematical ideas. Contains a large number of worked examples, and problems for students to attempt themselves. Answers to all the questions are given at the end of the book.
Author : David Waltham
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2000-04-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780632053452
This book is for students who did not follow mathematics through to the end of their school careers, and graduates and professionals who are looking for a refresher course. This new edition contains many new problems and also has associated spreadsheets designed to improve students' understanding. These spreadsheets can also be used to solve many of the problems students are likely to encounter during the remainder of their geological careers. The book aims to teach simple mathematics using geological examples to illustrate mathematical ideas. This approach emphasizes the relevance of mathematics to geology, helps to motivate the reader and gives examples of mathematical concepts in a context familiar to the reader. With an increasing use of computers and quantitative methods in all aspects of geology it is vital that geologists be seen as numerate as their colleagues in other physical sciences. The book begins by discussing basic tools such as the use of symbols to represent geological quantities and the use of scientific notation for expressing very large and very small numbers. Simple functional relationships between geological variables are then covered (for example, straight lines, polynomials, logarithms) followed by chapters on algebraic manipulations. The mid-part of the book is devoted to trigonometry (including an introduction to vectors) and statistics. The last two chapters give an introduction to differential and integral calculus. The book is prepared with a large number of worked examples and problems for the students to attempt themselves. Answers to all the questions are given at the end of the book.
Author : John Ferguson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401540094
1. 1 Solution of geological problems-are mathematical methods necessary? A question which is often asked is whether it is necessary for geologists to know and to use mathematics in the practise of their science. There is no simple answer to this question, and it is true that many geologists have had successful careers without ever needing to get involved in anything other than simple mathematics, and all the indications are that this is likely to continue into the future. However, in many branches of the subject the trend has been towards using a numerical approach for the solution of suitable problems. The extent to which this occurs depends on the nature of the area being studied; thus, in structural geology, which is con cerned in its simplest aspects with the geometrical relationships between various features, there are many problems which are easily solved. More recently the use of analytical methods has allowed the solution of more-difficult problems. In another area, geochemistry, two things have happened. On the theoretical side there has been a greater integration with physical chemistry, which itself is a highly mathematical subject; and on the practical side there is the need to analyse and interpret the vast quantities of data which modem instrumentation produces. Within geology the application of numerical methods has been given various names, so we have numerical geology, geo mathematics, geostatistics and geosimulation.
Author : J. Ferguson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1994-05-31
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9780412493508
Introduction to Linear Algebra in Geology introduces linear algebra to students of geology and explores the possibilities of using the techniques as an aid to solving geological problems which can be solved numerically. A basic knowledge of geology is assumed.
Author : Richard Chapman
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2002-09-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 0415288053
All geologists need a broad understanding of science to understand the processes they study and analytical techniques. In particular, geology students need to grasp the basic physics behind these processes, which this book provides in plain language and simple mathematics. It gives the reader information that will enable him to ascertain the validity of what he reads in scientific literature. Water, an essential component of geology, is emphasized, and many published errors on water are discernible when armed with this text. This updated edition discusses a wide range of topics, including electromagnetic radiation from optics to gamma rays, atomic structure and age-dating, heat and heat flow, electricity and magnetism, stress and strain, sea waves, acoustics, and fluids and fluid flow. The book gives basic definitions and dimensions and also some warnings about misunderstanding mathematical statistics, particularly of linear regression analysis, and unenlightened computation.
Author : Richard E. Chapman,Richard Allan Richard Richard Allan Richard Richard Allan Chapman Chapman
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2002-09-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 0415288045
All geologists need a broad understanding of science to understand the processes they study and analytical techniques. In particular, geology students need to grasp the basic physics behind these processes, which this book provides in plain language and simple mathematics. It gives the reader information that will enable him to ascertain the validity of what he reads in scientific literature. Water, an essential component of geology, is emphasized, and many published errors on water are discernible when armed with this text. This updated edition discusses a wide range of topics, including electromagnetic radiation from optics to gamma rays, atomic structure and age-dating, heat and heat flow, electricity and magnetism, stress and strain, sea waves, acoustics, and fluids and fluid flow. The book gives basic definitions and dimensions and also some warnings about misunderstanding mathematical statistics, particularly of linear regression analysis, and unenlightened computation.
Author : Jack W. Travis
Publisher : Waveland Press
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-02-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781478639145
Environmental geologists use a wide range of geologic data to solve environmental problems and conflicts. Professionals and academics in this field need to know how to gather information on such diverse conditions as soil type, rock structure, and groundwater flow and then utilize it to understand geological site conditions. Field surveys, maps, well logs, bore holes, ground-penetrating radar, aerial photos, geologic literature, and more help to reveal potential natural hazards in an area or how to remediate contaminated sites. This new workbook presents accessible activities designed to highlight key concepts in environmental geology and give students an idea of what they need to know to join the workforce as an environmental geologist, engineering geologist, geological engineer, or geotechnical engineer. Exercises cover: • Preparation, data collection, and data analysis • Descriptive and engineering properties of earth materials • Basic tools used in conjunction with geoenvironmental investigations • Forces operating on earth materials within the earth • Inanimate forces operating on earth materials at the surface of the earth • Human activities operating on earth materials Each activity encourages students to think critically and develop deeper knowledge of environmental geology.
Author : William Haneberg
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642185540
Computational Geosciences with Mathematica is the only book written by a geologist specifically to show geologists and geoscientists how to use Mathematica to formulate and solve problems. It spans a broad range of geologic and mathematical topics, which are drawn from the author's extensive experience in research, consulting, and teaching. The reference and text leads readers step-by-step through geologic applications such as custom graphics programming, data input and output, linear and differential equations, linear and nonlinear regression, Monte Carlo simulation, time series and image analysis, and the visualization and analysis of geologic surfaces. It is packed with actual Mathematica output and includes boxed Computer Notes with tips and exploration suggestions.
Author : Ervan Garrison
Publisher : Springer
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-18
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783319302324
This 2nd edition is a survey level review of key areas of archaeological geology/geoarchaeology. Principal subject areas include: historical principles; archaeologic and geomorphic surfaces and landforms types; sediments and sediment analytic methods; archaeological stoney materials - petrographic and mineralogic attributes; ceramic materials - mineralogic composition and analytic methods; geochemical methods useful in archaeological geology - studies of materials; commonly used geochronological methods for archaeological geology. Contributions to paleoecology, paleoclimate and ancient cultures as well as multivariate ICP and EDX data are now included.
Author : Erv Garrison
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662051634
The archaeological geology of the Quaternary or the geological epoch during which humankind evolved is a scientific endeavor with much to offer in the fields of archaeology and palaeoanthropology. Earth science techniques offer diverse ways of characterizing the elements of past landscapes and archaeological facies. This book is a survey of techniques used in archaeological geology for the study of soils, sediments, rocks and minerals. The techniques presented represent those most commonly used today. They are discussed in detail and examples are provided, in many cases, to demonstrate their usefulness to archaeologists.
Author : A.B. Vistelius
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 491 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401129343
Preface to the English edition xiii Basic notations xv Introduction xvii amPl'ER 1. Mathenatical Geology and the Developnent of Geological Sciences 1 1. 1 Introduction 1 1. 2 Developnent of geology and the change of paradigms 2 1. 3 Organization of the mediun and typical structures 8 1. 4 statement of the problem: the role of models in the search for solutions 14 1. 5 Mathematical geology and its developnent 19 References 23 amPTER II. Probability Space and Randan Variables 29 11. 1 Introduction 29 11. 2 Discrete space of elementary events 29 11. 2. 1 Probability space 30 II. 2 • 2 Randan variabl es 33 11. 3 Kolroogorov's axian; The Lebesgue integral 35 II. 3. 1 Probability space and randan variables 36 I 1. 3. 2 The Lebesgue integral 40 II. 3. 3 Nunerical characteristics of raman variables 44 II. 4 ~les of distributions of randan variables 46 II. 4. 1 Discrete distributions 46 II. 4. 2 Absolutely continuous distributions 51 II. 5 Vector randan variables 58 II. 5. 1 Product of probability spaces 58 II. 5. 2 Distribution of vector randan variables 60 II. 5. 3 Olaracteristics of vector randan variables 65 11. 5. 4 Exanples of distributions of vector raman variabl es 69 II . 5. 5 Conditional distributions with respect to randan variables 81 II. 6 Transfomations of randan variables 90 11. 6. 1 Linear transfomations 91 II. 6. 2 Sane non-linear transfomations 95 11. 6.
Author : Richard J. Howarth
Publisher : Springer
Page : 893 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2017-05-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319573151
This dictionary includes a number of mathematical, statistical and computing terms and their definitions to assist geoscientists and provide guidance on the methods and terminology encountered in the literature. Each technical term used in the explanations can be found in the dictionary which also includes explanations of basics, such as trigonometric functions and logarithms. There are also citations from the relevant literature to show the term’s first use in mathematics, statistics, etc. and its subsequent usage in geosciences.
Author : V.N. Dech,L.D. Knoring
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1993-10-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9054102535
Acquaints geologists with logical and physical fundamentals of mathematical methods for geology, as well as enabling those already using mathematics in geology to avoid mistakes, and to identify limitations and pitfalls preventing the use of particular techniques and procedures.
Author : Andrew Fowler
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 895 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2011-06-21
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9780857297211
Mathematical Geoscience is an expository textbook which aims to provide a comprehensive overview of a number of different subjects within the Earth and environmental sciences. Uniquely, it treats its subjects from the perspective of mathematical modelling with a level of sophistication that is appropriate to their proper investigation. The material ranges from the introductory level, where it can be used in undergraduate or graduate courses, to research questions of current interest. The chapters end with notes and references, which provide an entry point into the literature, as well as allowing discursive pointers to further research avenues. The introductory chapter provides a condensed synopsis of applied mathematical techniques of analysis, as used in modern applied mathematical modelling. There follows a succession of chapters on climate, ocean and atmosphere dynamics, rivers, dunes, landscape formation, groundwater flow, mantle convection, magma transport, glaciers and ice sheets, and sub-glacial floods. This book introduces a whole range of important geoscientific topics in one single volume and serves as an entry point for a rapidly expanding area of genuine interdisciplinary research. By addressing the interplay between mathematics and the real world, this book will appeal to graduate students, lecturers and researchers in the fields of applied mathematics, the environmental sciences and engineering.