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Introduction to seismology / Peter M. Shearer.
- Title
- Introduction to seismology / Peter M. Shearer.
- Author
- Shearer, Peter M., 1956-
- Publication
- Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, c2009.
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| Status | Format | Access | Call Number | Item Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Text | Request in advance | QE534.3 .S455 2009 | Off-site |
Details
- Description
- xiv, 396 p. : ill., maps; 25 cm.
- Summary
- "This book provides an approachable and concise introduction to seismic theory, designed as a first course in seismology for advanced undergraduate and graduate students. It clearly explains the fundamental concepts, emphasizing intuitive understanding over lengthy derivations."--Jacket.
- Subject
- Note
- Previous ed.: 1999.
- Bibliography (note)
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 377-389) and index.
- Processing Action (note)
- committed to retain
- Contents
- Stress and strain -- The seismic wave equation -- Ray theory : travel times -- Inversion of travel time data -- Ray theory : amplitude and phase -- Reflection seismology -- Surface waves and normal modes -- Earthquakes and source theory -- Earthquake prediction -- Instruments, noise, and anisotropy -- Appendix A : The PREM model -- Appendix B : Math review -- Appendix C : The eikonal equation -- Appendix D : Fortran subroutines -- Appendix E : Time series and Fourier transforms.
- ISBN
- 9780521882101 (cased)
- 0521882109 (cased)
- 9780521708425 (pbk.)
- 0521708427 (pbk.)
- OCLC
- 317748737
- SCSB-10257291
- Owning Institutions
- Harvard Library