Paul Lowman, a NASA scientist for over 40 years, describes the impact of space flight on geology and geophysics. A foreword by Neil Armstrong emphasizes that the exploration of space has lead us to a far deeper understanding of our own planet. Direct results from Earth-orbital missions include studies of Earth's gravity and magnetic fields. In contrast, the recognition of the economic and biological significance of impact craters on Earth is an indirect consequence of the study of the geology of other planets. The final chapter presents a new theory for the tectonic evolution of the Earth based on comparative planetology and the Gaia concept. Extensive illustrations, a glossary of technical terms, and comprehensive bibliography, provide geologists and geophysicists with a valuable summary of research. The book will also serve as a supplementary text for students of tectonics, remote sensing and planetary science.
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Account of the impact of space exploration on our understanding of the geology and geophysics of Earth.
Foreword Neil Armstrong; Preface; Acknowledgements; 1. Preview of the orbital perspective: the Million Year Day; 2. Space geodesy; 3. Satellite studies of geomagnetism; 4. Remote sensing: the view from space; 5. Impact cratering and terrestrial geology; 6. Comparative planetology and the origin of continental crust; 7. Geology and biology: the influence of life on terrestrial geology; Afterword; Appendix A. Elements of physical geology; Appendix B. Lunar missions, 1958 to 1994; Appendix C. Planetary missions, 1961 to 1992; Glossary of geologic terms; Selected bibliography (by chapter); Index.
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'OU students of Earth Sciences will find this an interesting and stimulating read.' The Open University Geological Society Journal
An account of the impact of space exploration on our understanding of the geology and geophysics of Earth.
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9780521661256
Publisert
2002-08-15
Utgiver
Vendor
Cambridge University Press
Vekt
850 gr
Høyde
255 mm
Bredde
181 mm
Dybde
26 mm
Aldersnivå
P, U, 06, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
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Product format
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Antall sider
408
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