The Utility Of Regional Gravity And Magnetic Anomaly Maps

Author : William J. Hinze
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Gravity anomalies
ISBN : UCSD:31822002406924

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The Utility of Regional Gravity and Magnetic Anomaly Maps by William J. Hinze Pdf

The subjects of the papers that make up the volume vary from the preparation of national maps to examples of the many uses of regional maps. The anomalities that are discussed range in areal dimension from hundreds of kilometers to tons of meters. The majority of the papers illustrate the utility of the maps in mapping structures and lithologic variations wirhin the continenetal crust, the configuration of the crystalline basements rocks, zones of crustal weakness, distribution of extrusive and intrusive igneous rocks and the geometry of sedimentary basins. Most cases are drawn from the United States and Canada, but examples from Europe, Africa, South America and Asia are included.

Author : Albert W. Bally,Allison R. Palmer
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 633 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813754451

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Geology of North America—An Overview by Albert W. Bally,Allison R. Palmer Pdf

Summaries of the major features of the geology of North America and the adjacent oceanic regions are presented in 20 chapters. Topics covered include concise reviews of current thinking about Precambrian basement, Phanerozoic orogens, cratonic basins, passive-margin geology of the Atlantic and Gulf Coast regions, marine and terrestrial geology of the Caribbean region and economic geology.

Author : K. Mallick,A. Vasanthi,K.K. Sharma
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 301 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-03-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400704060

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Bouguer Gravity Regional and Residual Separation by K. Mallick,A. Vasanthi,K.K. Sharma Pdf

The process of regional-residual separation in potential field is age-old. Broadly, there are two techniques for regional-residual resolution, viz., graphical and analytical. Both the techniques have their own respective shortcomings. In this book, the authors have described the technique based on finite element method in which only eight (or twelve) nodal observed gravity values are used for the regional computation, thereby eliminating the possible contamination of anomalous fields and also the technique does not assume an explicit model and physical properties like density of rocks etc. in the regional computation. The book discusses the advantages of this technique viz., it is not site-specific; the computation is independent of any prior assumptions as to the form and depth of shallow or deeper structures; it can handle data distributed at random or on a regular grid on the map space; and the neighbouring surveys join smoothly. The book focuses on application of this new technique which has been demonstrated in different fields, such as hydrocarbon, minerals and groundwater, structural studies, earthquake and engineering studies and impact structures.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 5604 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2015-04-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444538031

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Treatise on Geophysics by Anonim Pdf

Treatise on Geophysics, Second Edition, is a comprehensive and in-depth study of the physics of the Earth beyond what any geophysics text has provided previously. Thoroughly revised and updated, it provides fundamental and state-of-the-art discussion of all aspects of geophysics. A highlight of the second edition is a new volume on Near Surface Geophysics that discusses the role of geophysics in the exploitation and conservation of natural resources and the assessment of degradation of natural systems by pollution. Additional features include new material in the Planets and Moon, Mantle Dynamics, Core Dynamics, Crustal and Lithosphere Dynamics, Evolution of the Earth, and Geodesy volumes. New material is also presented on the uses of Earth gravity measurements. This title is essential for professionals, researchers, professors, and advanced undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of Geophysics and Earth system science. Comprehensive and detailed coverage of all aspects of geophysics Fundamental and state-of-the-art discussions of all research topics Integration of topics into a coherent whole

Author : R. G. Hipkin,A. Hussain
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Geology
ISBN : UOM:39015013567097

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Regional Gravity Anomalies by R. G. Hipkin,A. Hussain Pdf

Author : William J. Hinze,Ralph R. B. von Frese,R. Von Frese,Afif H. Saad
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 527 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521871013

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Gravity and Magnetic Exploration by William J. Hinze,Ralph R. B. von Frese,R. Von Frese,Afif H. Saad Pdf

"This combination textbook and reference manual provides a comprehensive account of the principles, practices, and application of gravity and magnetic methods for exploring the subsurface using surface, marine, airborne, and satellite measurements. Key current topics and techniques are described, including high-resolution magnetic investigations, time-variation gravity analysis from surface and satellite gravity measurements, absolute and gradient gravimetry, and the role of GPS in mapping gravity and magnetic fields. The book also describes the physical properties of rocks and other earth materials that are critical to the effective design, implementation and interpretation of surveys, and presents a thorough overview of digital data analysis methods used to process and interpret anomalies for subsurface information. This book is an ideal text for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses, but also serves as a reference for research academics, professional geophysicists, and managers of exploration programs that include gravity and magnetic methods. It is a valuable resource for all those interested in petroleum, engineering, mineral, environmental, geological and archeological exploration of the lithosphere"--

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Geology
ISBN : MINN:31951T00154929U

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New Publications of the U.S. Geological Survey by Anonim Pdf

Author : Geological Survey (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1948
Category : Geology
ISBN : UCBK:C033791787

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Publications of the Geological Survey by Geological Survey (U.S.) Pdf

Author : Barbara Romanowicz,Adam Dziewonski
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 873 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444535757

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Seismology and Structure of the Earth by Barbara Romanowicz,Adam Dziewonski Pdf

Treatise on Geophysics: Seismology and Structure of the Earth, Volume 1, provides a comprehensive review of the state of knowledge on the Earths structure and earthquakes. It addresses various aspects of structural seismology and its applications to other fields of Earth sciences. The book is organized into four parts. The first part principally covers theoretical developments and seismic data analysis techniques from the end of the nineteenth century until the present, with the main emphasis on the development of instrumentation and its deployment. The second part reviews the status of knowledge on the structure of the Earths shallow layers, starting with a global review of the Earth's crustal structure. The third part focuses on the Earth's deep structure, divided into its main units: the upper mantle, the transition zone and upper-mantle discontinuities, the D region at the base of the mantle, and the Earth's core. The fourth part comprises two chapters which discuss constraints on Earth structure from fields other than seismology: mineral physics and geodynamics. Self-contained volume starts with an overview of the subject then explores each topic with in depth detail Extensive reference lists and cross references with other volumes to facilitate further research Full-color figures and tables support the text and aid in understanding Content suited for both the expert and non-expert

Author : Geological Survey (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Geology
ISBN : ERDC:35925000289642

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Gravity and Magnetic Evidence of Lithology and Structure in the Gulf of Maine Region by Geological Survey (U.S.) Pdf

A study of regional gravity and aeromagnetic maps of the Gulf of Maine using anomaly-lithology correlations established in nearby land areas.

Author : R. P. Foster
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 447 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461304975

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Gold metallogeny and exploration by R. P. Foster Pdf

Within the last decade, the high and continuing demand for gold has prompted a global gold rush on a scale never before seen, not even in the heady days of Ballarat, California and the Yukon. Gold is being sought on every continent and, with very few exceptions, in every country around the world. Such interest and fierce competition has demanded considerable innovation and improvement in exploration techniques paralleled by a rapid expansion of the geological database and consequent genetic modelling for the many different types of gold deposits now recognized. This proliferation of data has swamped the literature and left explorationist and academic alike unable to sift more than a small proportion of the accumulating information. This new book represents an attempt to address this major problem by providing succinct syntheses ofall major aspects ofgold metallogeny and exploration, ranging from the chemical distribution of gold in the Earth's crust, and the hydrothermal chemistry of gold, to Archaean and Phanerozoic lode deposits, epithermal environments, chemical sediments, and placer deposits, and culminates in chapters devoted to geochemical and geophysical exploration, and the economics of gold deposits. Each chapter is written by geoscientists who are acknowledged internationally in their respective fields, thus guaranteeing a broad yet up-to-date coverage. In addition, each chapter is accompanied by reference lists which provide readers with access to the most pertinent and useful publications.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Geology
ISBN : RUTGERS:39030041198286

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U.S. Geological Survey Bulletin by Anonim Pdf

Author : Masaru Kono
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 7000 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2010-05-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444535788

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Geomagnetism by Masaru Kono Pdf

Treatise on Geophysics: Geomagnetism, Volume 5, provides an overview of the most important aspects of geomagnetism. The book begins by tracing the history of the study of geomagnetism. It then reviews global models of the Earth's magnetic field; the main sources of external magnetic field contributions; and the instruments and practices used to observe and measure the full range of features of the geomagnetic field. It discusses the origins of current knowledge of the secular variation of the Earth's magnetic field; crustal magnetism; geomagnetic excursions; the study of geophysical electromagnetic induction; the magnetization process; and the status of recent magnetic field data and their applications. The remaining chapters cover the geometry of the geomagnetic field and its temporal variability as recorded in volcanic and sedimentary rocks over the past few million years; the ocean crust as a recorder of geomagnetic field variations; and the theoretical basis for paleointensity experiments in igneous and sedimentary environments. The final chapter explains the concept of true polar wander (TPW), defined as shifts in the geographic location of Earth's daily rotation axis and/or by fluctuations in the spin rate (length of day anomalies). Self-contained volume starts with an overview of the subject then explores each topic with in depth detail Extensive reference lists and cross references with other volumes to facilitate further research Full-color figures and tables support the text and aid in understanding Content suited for both the expert and non-expert

Author : Richard G. Stanley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Geology
ISBN : MINN:31951D029638675

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U.S. Geological Survey Professional Paper by Richard G. Stanley Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Geology
ISBN : UCR:31210020798706

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The San Andreas Fault System, California by Anonim Pdf

An overview of the history, geology, geomorphology, geophysics, and seismology of the most well known plate tectonic boundary in the world.