Reversals of the Earth's Magnetic Field by J.A. Jacobs (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Reversals of the Earth's Magnetic Field by J.A. Jacobs Reversals of the Earths magnetic field have played a major role in the development of plate tectonics and in establishing a geological time scale. In this 1994 book, observational data and ideas on the mechanism of the reversal process are reviewed in detail. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description By measuring the direction and intensity of magnetism in rocks of different ages, a record of the Earths magnetic field in the past can be obtained. This book deals with the particular case of reversals of the Earths magnetic field. These have played a major role in the development of plate tectonics and in establishing a geological time scale. The magnetism of rocks is discussed in some detail with a warning of possible misinterpretations of the record. The latest observational results and theories are reviewed with special attention to the structure and geometry of the transition field. Changing conditions at the core-mantle boundary, their effect on reversals, the generation of plumes and the possible correlation of reversals with tectonic changes, ice ages or mass extinctions are thoroughly discussed, including suggested periodicities in the reversal record and in other geophysical data. Table of Contents Preface; 1. The Earths magnetic field; 2. The magnetisation of rocks; 3. The morphology of geomagnetic reversals; 4. Geomagnetic excursions; 5. Models for reversals; 6. Transition fields; 7. Magnetostratigraphy; 8. The Earths magnetic field and other geophysical phenomena; References; Index. Review The author writes lucidly and well, and the book offers a comprehensive overview of all things related to reversals … The book definitely belongs on the shelves of all researchers and graduate students working with aspects of reversals and should be purchased by all research libraries. Geological Magazine Promotional This 1994 book examines how reversals of the Earths magnetic field have played a major role in establishing plate tectonics and a geological time scale. Review Quote The author writes lucidly and well, and the book offers a comprehensive overview of all things related to reversals ... The book definitely belongs on the shelves of all researchers and graduate students working with aspects of reversals and should be purchased by all research libraries. Geological Magazine Promotional "Headline" This 1994 book examines how reversals of the Earths magnetic field have played a major role in establishing plate tectonics and a geological time scale. Description for Bookstore Reversals of the Earths magnetic field have played a major role in the development of plate tectonics and in establishing a geological time scale. In this 1994 book, observational data and ideas on the mechanism of the reversal process are reviewed in detail. Description for Library Reversals of the Earths magnetic field have played a major role in the development of plate tectonics and in establishing a geological time scale. In this 1994 book, observational data and ideas on the mechanism of the reversal process are reviewed in detail. Details ISBN0521450721 Author J.A. Jacobs Short Title REVERSALS OF THE EARTHS MAGNET Publisher Cambridge University Press Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0521450721 ISBN-13 9780521450720 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 538.72 Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Birth 1916 Death 2003 Pages 358 Affiliation University College of Wales, Aberystwyth DOI 10.1604/9780521450720 UK Release Date 1994-11-24 AU Release Date 1994-11-24 NZ Release Date 1994-11-24 Illustrations 10 Tables, unspecified; 112 Line drawings, unspecified Edition Description 2nd Revised edition Year 1994 Publication Date 1994-11-24 Alternative 9780511524929 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91369872;

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