Potassium Argon Dating

Author : O. A. Schaeffer,J. Zähringer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642878954

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Potassium Argon Dating by O. A. Schaeffer,J. Zähringer Pdf

Perhaps no dating method has the wide range of applicability as does the potassium argon dating method from either consideration of the ranges of ages which can be dated or the availability of suitable material to date. Minerals as young as tens of thousands of years to minerals billions of years old have been successfully dated. Many minerals retain for times of the order of billions of years the daughter, Ar40, and many minerals contain as a component K40 the parent element, potassium being a common element in the earth's crust. As a result, most rock contains at least one mineral which can be successfully dated by the potassium argon method. Even though this method has been applied for over fifteen years, there is as yet no work which summarizes the experimental techniques and the results available. The sixtieth birthday ofW. GENTNER, one of the pioneers in this field of research, is a suitable time to present such a summary.

Author : C.P. Marshall,Rhodes W. Fairbridge
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 677 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1999-07-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780412755002

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Encyclopedia of Geochemistry by C.P. Marshall,Rhodes W. Fairbridge Pdf

This is a complete and authoritative reference text on an evolving field. Over 200 international scientists have written over 340 separate topics on different aspects of geochemistry including organics, trace elements, isotopes, high and low temperature geochemistry, and ore deposits, to name just a few.

Author : O. A. Schaeffer,J. Zähringer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1966
Category : Potassium-argon dating
ISBN : 0387036377

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Potassium Argon Dating by O. A. Schaeffer,J. Zähringer Pdf

Author : G. Brent Dalrymple,Marvin A. Lanphere
Publisher : W.H. Freeman
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Geological time
ISBN : OCLC:46150019

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Potassium-argon Dating by G. Brent Dalrymple,Marvin A. Lanphere Pdf

Author : R.E. Taylor,Martin J. Aitken
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781475796940

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Chronometric Dating in Archaeology by R.E. Taylor,Martin J. Aitken Pdf

Since World War II, there has been tremendous success in the development of new methods for dating artifacts; the so-called `radiocarbon revolution' was only the first such discovery. The increasing accuracy of the various new techniques has brought about major changes in archaeological research strategies. This important new text compiles the work of some of today's most innovative archaeologists who summarize progress in their respective techniques over the last 30 years - with an emphasis on developments of the last five - and the status of current research.

Author : G. Brent Dalrymple,Marvin A. Lanphere
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1069010071

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Potassium-Argon Dating by G. Brent Dalrymple,Marvin A. Lanphere Pdf

Author : Allan Joseph Monty White
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 4 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Potassium-argon dating
ISBN : 0950446505

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Potassium-argon Dating by Allan Joseph Monty White Pdf

Author : E. Jäger,J.C. Hunziker
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 507 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642671616

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Lectures in Isotope Geology by E. Jäger,J.C. Hunziker Pdf

Our colleagues from the French-speaking parts of Switzerland - the Suisses romands - and above all the committee of the 3rd Cycle, e Earth Sciences (3 Cycle, Sciences de la Terre) honored us by asking us to give a course on Isotope Geology for the year 1977. The course, entitled Evaluation et Interpretation des Donnees Isotopiques (eval uation and Interpretation of Isotopic Data), was intended to inform earth scientists, graduate and postgraduate, from the western Swiss Universities on the subject of Isotope Geology. Such courses usually consist of two parts: lectures and excursions. Thus, in March 1977, we gave such a two-week course at the Miner alogical Institute of the University of Berne. The first week was devoted essentially to the methods of dating, the second week to the behavior of stable isotopes. In July 1977, on the occasion of an excursion to the Central and Western Alps, we were able to demonstrate our results. Guest professors were invited to make contributions to the course.

Author : G. Brent Dalrymple,Marvin A. Lanphere
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1965
Category : Potassium-argon dating
ISBN : OCLC:4788231

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Potassium-argon Dating by G. Brent Dalrymple,Marvin A. Lanphere Pdf

Author : W. Jack Rink,Jeroen W. Thompson
Publisher : Springer
Page : 978 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2015-08-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9400763034

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Encyclopedia of Scientific Dating Methods by W. Jack Rink,Jeroen W. Thompson Pdf

This volume provides an overview of (1) the physical and chemical foundations of dating methods and (2) the applications of dating methods in the geological sciences, biology, and archaeology, in almost 200 articles from over 200 international authors. It will serve as the most comprehensive treatise on widely accepted dating methods in the earth sciences and related fields. No other volume has a similar scope, in terms of methods and applications and particularly time range. Dating methods are used to determine the timing and rate of various processes, such as sedimentation (terrestrial and marine), tectonics, volcanism, geomorphological change, cooling rates, crystallization, fluid flow, glaciation, climate change and evolution. The volume includes applications in terrestrial and extraterrestrial settings, the burgeoning field of molecular-clock dating and topics in the intersection of earth sciences with forensics. The content covers a broad range of techniques and applications. All major accepted dating techniques are included, as well as all major datable materials.

Author : Steven Earle
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1537068822

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Physical Geology by Steven Earle Pdf

This is a discount Black and white version. Some images may be unclear, please see BCCampus website for the digital version.This book was born out of a 2014 meeting of earth science educators representing most of the universities and colleges in British Columbia, and nurtured by a widely shared frustration that many students are not thriving in courses because textbooks have become too expensive for them to buy. But the real inspiration comes from a fascination for the spectacular geology of western Canada and the many decades that the author spent exploring this region along with colleagues, students, family, and friends. My goal has been to provide an accessible and comprehensive guide to the important topics of geology, richly illustrated with examples from western Canada. Although this text is intended to complement a typical first-year course in physical geology, its contents could be applied to numerous other related courses.

Author : Mike Walker
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-04-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118700099

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Quaternary Dating Methods by Mike Walker Pdf

This introductory textbook introduces the basics of dating, the range of techniques available and the strengths and limitations of each of the principal methods. Coverage includes: the concept of time in Quaternary Science and related fields the history of dating from lithostratigraphy and biostratigraphy the development and application of radiometric methods different methods in dating: radiometric dating, incremental dating, relative dating and age equivalence Presented in a clear and straightforward manner with the minimum of technical detail, this text is a great introduction for both students and practitioners in the Earth, Environmental and Archaeological Sciences. Praise from the reviews: "This book is a must for any Quaternary scientist." SOUTH AFRICAN GEOGRAPHICAL JOURNAL, September 2006 “...very well organized, clearly and straightforwardly written and provides a good overview on the wide field of Quaternary dating methods...” JOURNAL OF QUATERNARY SCIENCE, January 2007

Author : Ian McDougall,T. Mark Harrison
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Science
ISBN : 0195109201

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Geochronology and Thermochronology by the 40Ar/39Ar Method by Ian McDougall,T. Mark Harrison Pdf

Argon isotopic dating is one of the most important techniques for estimating the ages of rocks and can be used on very small samples. It has been used to assign reliable ages to the Earth and numerous meteorites. This second edition covers the standard principles and methods and incorporates many of new developments from the last decade. It covers the basis of the method, technical aspects, data presentation, diffusion theory, thermochronology, and many applications and case studies.

Author : Mebus A. Geyh,Helmut Schleicher
Publisher : Springer
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1990-08-27
Category : Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105031224459

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Absolute Age Determination by Mebus A. Geyh,Helmut Schleicher Pdf

The spectrum of physical and chemical dating methods now covers the entire range of Earth history. But there are so many methods that it is becoming increasingly difficult to select those that are appropriate for solving a specific problem. The objective of this book is to cover the whole spectrum of methods and to give examples of their applications. Thus it is addressed to everybody interested in the application of physical and chemical dating methods to the geosciences and archeology. It is especially valuable as a concise, but comprehensive reference for students and practitioners.

Author : H.-G. Attendorn,R. Bowen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 659 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400926110

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Isotopes in the Earth Sciences by H.-G. Attendorn,R. Bowen Pdf