By C. M. R. Fowler
The second one variation of this acclaimed textbook has been introduced absolutely updated to mirror the most recent advances in geophysical examine. it truly is designed for college students in introductory geophysics classes who've a normal history within the actual sciences, together with introductory calculus. New to this variation are a bit of colour plates and separate sections at the earth's mantle and center. The e-book additionally comprises an intensive thesaurus of phrases, and contains various workouts for which options can be found to teachers from www.cambridge.org/9780521893077. First variation Hb (1990): 0-521-37025-6 First variation Pb (1990): 0-521-38590-3
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