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Advances in Geophysics
- 1st Edition, Volume 54 - February 26, 2013
- Editor: Haruo Sato
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 3 8 0 9 4 0 - 7
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 3 8 0 9 4 1 - 4
The critically acclaimed serialized review journal for over 50 years, Advances in Geophysics is a highly respected publication in the field of geophysics. Since 1952, each volume… Read more
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Request a sales quoteThe critically acclaimed serialized review journal for over 50 years, Advances in Geophysics is a highly respected publication in the field of geophysics. Since 1952, each volume has been eagerly awaited, frequently consulted, and praised by researchers and reviewers alike. Now in its 54th volume, it contains much material still relevant today--truly an essential publication for researchers in all fields of geophysics.
- Contributions from leading authorities
- Informs and updates on all the latest developments in the field
Graduate students, scientists and engineers of geophysics, physics, acoustics, civil engineering, environmental sciences, geology and planetary sciences
Contributors
Chapter 1. The Role of Fluids in Tectonic and Earthquake Processes
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Fluid Fluid in Porous and Fractured Networks
3 Follow the Fluids
4 Fluids in the Earthquake Process
5 Zen Trees and Aftershocks
6 Numerical Modeling of Fluid-Rock Interactions
7 Concluding Remark
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 2. The Role of Pressure Solution Creep in the Ductility of the Earth’s Upper Crust
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Natural Pressure Solution Creep: Description and Quantitative Analysis
3 Thermodynamics and Kinetics of the Processes
4 Pressure Solution Creep Experiments
5 Applications in Sedimentary Basins, Faults, and Shear Zones
6 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 3. Compaction and Porosity Reduction in Carbonates: A Review of Observations, Theory, and Experiments
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Carbonate Compaction in Sedimentary Basins
3 Compaction of Carbonate: Theory and Experiments
4 Applications
5 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Index
- No. of pages: 252
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Volume: 54
- Published: February 26, 2013
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Hardback ISBN: 9780123809407
- eBook ISBN: 9780123809414
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Haruo Sato
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Tohoku University, Sendai-shi, JapanRead Advances in Geophysics on ScienceDirect