Structural And Thermal Evolution Of The Himalayan Thrust Belt In Midwestern Nepal

Author : P.G. DeCelles,B. Carrapa,T.P. Ojha,G.E. Gehrels,D. Collins
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2020-06-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813725475

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Structural and Thermal Evolution of the Himalayan Thrust Belt in Midwestern Nepal by P.G. DeCelles,B. Carrapa,T.P. Ojha,G.E. Gehrels,D. Collins Pdf

"Spanning eight kilometers of topographic relief, the Himalayan fold-thrust belt in Nepal has accommodated more than 700 km of Cenozoic convergence between the Indian subcontinent and Asia. Rapid tectonic shortening and erosion in a monsoonal climate have exhumed greenschist to upper amphibolite facies rocks along with unmetamorphosed rocks, including a 5-6-km-thick Cenozoic foreland basin sequence. This Special Paper presents new geochronology, multisystem thermochronology, structural geology, and geological mapping of an approximately 37,000 km2 region in midwestern and western Nepal. This work informs enduring Himalayan debates, including how and where to map the Main Central thrust, the geometry of the seismically active basal Himalayan detachment, processes of tectonic shortening in the context of postcollisional India-Asia convergence, and long-term geodynamics of the orogenic wedge"--Publisher's website

Author : Rodolphe Cattin,Jean-Luc Epard
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781394228607

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Himalaya: Dynamics of a Giant, Tectonic Units and Structure of the Himalaya by Rodolphe Cattin,Jean-Luc Epard Pdf

The Himalaya is well known as the largest and highest mountain belt on Earth. Advances in geoscience over the past few decades have revealed a complex picture of the dynamics of this giant, opening up questions about the initial stages of Himalayan building, lateral variations in its structures, variations in tectonic forcing, tectonic-climate coupling and assessments of the natural hazards affecting this area. In this three-volume book, we present the current knowledge on the building and present-day behavior of the Himalayan range. The objective is not to be exhaustive, but to provide some key elements used by researchers to unravel the many processes acting in the Himalayan dynamics. Mountain environments are at the forefront of climate change with glacier retreat, landslides, flash floods and water availability. Understanding the delicate balance that controls the dynamics of the Himalayan giant is now, more than ever, a major challenge for the scientific community.

Author : Elizabeth J. Catlos,Ibrahim Cemen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119773849

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Compressional Tectonics by Elizabeth J. Catlos,Ibrahim Cemen Pdf

A synthesis of current knowledge on collisional and convergent plate boundaries worldwide Major mountain belts on Earth, such as the Alps, Himalayas, and Appalachians, have been built by compressional tectonic processes during continent-continent and arc-continent collisions. Understanding their formation and evolution is important because of the hazards associated with convergent and collisional plate boundaries, and because these mountain belts contain resources such as precious metals, rare earth elements, oil, gas, and coal. Compressional Tectonics: Plate Convergence to Mountain Building reviews our present-day knowledge of the tectonic evolution of the Alpine-Himalayan and Appalachian belts. Volume highlights include: overview of terminology relating to compressional and contractional tectonics discussion of subduction zone dynamics debates over the timing of the collision and convergence of particular subduction and suture zones examples of the different stages in the development of orogenic belts This book is one of a set of three Tectonic Processes: A Global View 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 : György Hetényi,Mark R. Handy,A. Alexander G. Webb
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2021-12-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782889718504

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Mountain Building by György Hetényi,Mark R. Handy,A. Alexander G. Webb Pdf

Author : Lawrence L. Malinconico,Robert J. Lillie
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Geology, Structural
ISBN : OCLC:1385513816

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Tectonics of the Western Himalayas by Lawrence L. Malinconico,Robert J. Lillie Pdf

Author : Matthew J. Kohn
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018-12-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781501508608

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Paleoaltimetry by Matthew J. Kohn Pdf

Volume 66 of Reviews in Mineralogy and Geochemistry is based on a two day short course entitled Paleoaltimetry: Geochemical and Thermodynamic Approaches held prior to the Geological Society of American annual meeting in Denver, Colorado (October 26-27, 2007). This meeting and volume were sponsored by the Geochemical Society, Mineralogical Society of America, and the United States Department of Energy. Contents: The Significance of Paleotopography Stable Isotope-Based Paleoaltimetry: Theory and Validation Paleoelevation Reconstruction Using Pedogenic Carbonates Stable Isotope Paleoaltimetry in Orogenic Belts – The Silicate Record in Surface and Crustal Geological Archives Paleoaltimetry from Stable Isotope Compositions of Fossils A Review of Paleotemperature–Lapse Rate Methods for Estimating Paleoelevation from Fossil Floras Paleoaltimetry: A Review of Thermodynamic Methods Paleoelevation Measurement on the Basis of Vesicular Basalts Stomatal Frequency Change Over Altitudinal Gradients: Prospects for Paleoaltimetry Thermochronologic Approaches to Paleotopography Terrestrial Cosmogenic Nuclides as Paleoaltimetric Proxies

Author : P.J. Treloar,M.P. Searle
Publisher : Geological Society of London
Page : 674 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781786204059

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Himalayan Tectonics by P.J. Treloar,M.P. Searle Pdf

The Himalaya–Karakoram–Tibet mountain belt resulted from Cenozoic collision of India and Asia and is frequently used as the type example of a continental collision orogenic belt. The last quarter of a century has seen the publication of a remarkably detailed dataset relevant to the evolution of this belt. Detailed fieldwork backed up by state-of-the-art structural analysis, geochemistry, mineral chemistry, igneous and metamorphic petrology, isotope chemistry, sedimentology and geophysics produced a wide-ranging archive of data-rich scientific papers. The rationale for this book is to provide a coherent overview of these datasets in addressing the evolution of the mountain ranges we see today. This volume comprises 21 specially invited review papers on the Himalaya, Kohistan arc, Tibet, the Karakoram and Pamir ranges. These papers span the history of Himalayan research, chronology of the collision, stratigraphy, magmatic and metamorphic processes, structural geology and tectonics, seismicity, geophysics, and the evolution of the Indian monsoon. This landmark set of papers should underpin the next 25 years of Himalayan research.

Author : Bradley Deline,Randa Harris,Karen Tefend
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-05
Category : History
ISBN : 1940771366

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Laboratory Manual for Introductory Geology by Bradley Deline,Randa Harris,Karen Tefend Pdf

Developed by three experts to coincide with geology lab kits, this laboratory manual provides a clear and cohesive introduction to the field of geology. Introductory Geology is designed to ease new students into the often complex topics of physical geology and the study of our planet and its makeup. This text introduces readers to the various uses of the scientific method in geological terms. Readers will encounter a comprehensive yet straightforward style and flow as they journey through this text. They will understand the various spheres of geology and begin to master geological outcomes which derive from a growing knowledge of the tools and subjects which this text covers in great detail.

Author : Mark Baskaran
Publisher : Springer
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319213293

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Radon: A Tracer for Geological, Geophysical and Geochemical Studies by Mark Baskaran Pdf

This book reviews all the major research accomplishments and summarizes the different applications of radon. It serves as a solid reference book for researchers who are interested in the U-series radionuclides and noble gases as tracers and chronometers. Radon has been widely utilized as a powerful tracer to quantify a number of processes that include gas exchange rates between air and water, submarine groundwater discharge in coastal waters, water exchange between rivers and lakes, ocean circulation, hydrocarbon and uranium exploration. It is also used as an atmospheric tracer for the identification and quantification of air masses and as a tool for earthquake prediction, etc. A significant portion of the book presents state-of-the knowledge on indoor-radon-related health issues. Applications of the decay-series of Rn-222 are presented in a chapter. It serves as a reference and a state-of-the-art resource for researchers who want to learn the different applications of radon in Earth systems.

Author : Avijit Gupta
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 712 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2008-02-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 0470723718

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Large Rivers by Avijit Gupta Pdf

Large Rivers: Geomorphology and Management explores an important topic in geomorphology and sedimentology: the form and function of major rivers. Our knowledge of the big rivers of the world is limited. It is currently difficult to recognise large rivers of the past from relict sedimentary deposits or to structure management policies for long international rivers. This exciting book brings together a set of papers on large rivers of the world, as a unique introduction to a demanding subject. The book includes thirty chapters and is organised into three sections. The first part is on the environmental requirements for creating and maintaining a major river system. The second is a collection of case studies on 14 large rivers from different continents, covering a range of physical environments. The third section includes chapters on the measurement and management of large rivers. First book to offer in a single volume state-of-the-art knowledge on management and geomorphology of large rivers of the world A pioneering study, pushing the boundaries of our knowledge related to big rivers Includes comprehensive case studies covering the major large rivers of the world including Amazon, Mississippi, Nile, Congo, Indus, and Mekong Written by a leading team of distinguished, international contributors Large Rivers: Geomorphology and Management is essential reading for postgraduate students and researchers in fluvial geomorphology, hydrology, sedimentary geology, and river management. It is also of relevance to engineers and environmental consultants in the private and public sectors working on major rivers of the world.

Author : Susan Elizabeth Hough,Roger G. Bilham
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2005-11-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780190292522

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After the Earth Quakes by Susan Elizabeth Hough,Roger G. Bilham Pdf

Earthquakes rank among the most terrifying natural disasters faced by mankind. Out of a clear blue sky-or worse, a jet black one-comes shaking strong enough to hurl furniture across the room, human bodies out of bed, and entire houses off of their foundations. When the dust settles, the immediate aftermath of an earthquake in an urbanized society can be profound. Phone and water supplies can be disrupted for days, fires erupt, and even a small number of overpass collapses can snarl traffic for months. However, when one examines the collective responses of developed societies to major earthquake disasters in recent historic times, a somewhat surprising theme emerges: not only determination, but resilience; not only resilience, but acceptance; not only acceptance, but astonishingly, humor. Elastic rebound is one of the most basic tenets of modern earthquake science, the term that scientists use to describe the build-up and release of energy along faults. It is also the best metaphor for societal responses to major earthquakes in recent historic times. After The Earth Quakes focuses on this theme, using a number of pivotal and intriguing historic earthquakes as illustration. The book concludes with a consideration of projected future losses on an increasingly urbanized planet, including the near-certainty that a future earthquake will someday claim over a million lives. This grim prediction impels us to take steps to mitigate earthquake risk, the innately human capacity for rebound notwithstanding.

Author : Alexander E. Gates,David Ritchie
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780816072705

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Encyclopedia of Earthquakes and Volcanoes by Alexander E. Gates,David Ritchie Pdf

Provides information on earthquakes and volcanic eruptions in various regions of the world, major quakes and eruptions throughout history, and geologic and scientific terms.

Author : Matthias Bernet,Cornelia Spiegel
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2004-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0813723787

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Detrital thermochronology by Matthias Bernet,Cornelia Spiegel Pdf

Author : Rakesh S. Sengar,Kalpana Sengar
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 538 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014-11-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781482229219

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Climate Change Effect on Crop Productivity by Rakesh S. Sengar,Kalpana Sengar Pdf

Explore the Relationship between Crop and ClimateAgricultural sustainability has been gaining prominence in recent years and is now becoming the focal point of modern agriculture. Recognizing that crop production is very sensitive to climate change, Climate Change Effect on Crop Productivity explores this timely topic in-depth. Incorporating contri

Author : Jack E. Maxfield
Publisher : Orange Grove Texts Plus
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2009-09-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1616100028

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A Comprehensive Outline of World History by Jack E. Maxfield Pdf

This free PDF textbook presents Jack E. Maxfield's "A Comprehensive Outline of World History" as originally organized, chronologically by era and across regions within an era. Each chapter covers a period of historical time (e.g. a century). Sections