Mid-Ocean Ridge Formation
Mrt. 2025 · Publifye AS
E-boek
78
Bladsye
family_home
Geskik
info
reportGraderings en resensies word nie geverifieer nie. Kom meer te wete
Meer oor hierdie e-boek
""Mid-Ocean Ridge Formation"" explores the geological processes behind the creation of Earth's longest mountain ranges, the mid-ocean ridges. These underwater formations are dynamic zones where plate tectonics and volcanism converge to create new oceanic crust through seafloor spreading. The book argues that understanding these ridges is vital, offering insights not only into Earth's fundamental workings but also into areas like marine resource management. One intriguing aspect is how the geochemistry of erupted lavas provides clues to the mantle's composition. Another is the complex interplay between mantle dynamics, lithospheric stress, and magma generation that dictates ridge morphology. The book presents a comprehensive exploration, starting with the basics of plate tectonics and volcanism. It progresses through geological evidence gathered from ocean floor surveys, including bathymetric mapping and rock sample analyses. Organized into three main sections, it delves into the mechanics of seafloor spreading, magma generation, and the influence of transform faults. By integrating geological and geophysical data, including deep-sea drilling results and numerical modeling, this book provides a detailed synthesis of current research. Its unique value lies in emphasizing the interconnectedness of different scales of observation, from global plate patterns to volcanic rock microstructures.
Gradeer hierdie e-boek
Sê vir ons wat jy dink.
Lees inligting
Slimfone en tablette
Installeer die Google Play Boeke-app vir Android en iPad/iPhone. Dit sinkroniseer outomaties met jou rekening en maak dit vir jou moontlik om aanlyn of vanlyn te lees waar jy ook al is.
Skootrekenaars en rekenaars
Jy kan jou rekenaar se webblaaier gebruik om na oudioboeke wat jy op Google Play gekoop het, te luister.
E-lesers en ander toestelle
Om op e-inktoestelle soos Kobo-e-lesers te lees, moet jy ’n lêer aflaai en dit na jou toestel toe oordra. Volg die gedetailleerde hulpsentrumaanwysings om die lêers na ondersteunde e-lesers toe oor te dra.
