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A Manual of Seismology

A Manual of Seismology

A Manual of Seismology

Charles Davison
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Paperback
9781107690202
Paperback

    Originally published in 1921, as part of the Cambridge Geological Series, this book presents an accessible introduction to seismology. Whilst some historical context is provided, the main aim of the text is to give an outline of its key principles and applications. Numerous illustrative figures and textual notes are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in seismology and the history of science.

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    Paperback
    9781107690202
    270 pages
    216 × 140 × 15 mm
    0.35kg

    Table of Contents

    • 1. Introduction
    • 2. Seismographs
    • 3. Nature and intensity of earthquake-motion
    • 4. Sound phenomena of earthquakes
    • 5. Deformations of the Earth's crust
    • 6. Seismic sea-waves
    • 7. Secondary effects of earthquakes
    • 8. Position of the seismic focus
    • 9. Propagation of earthquake-waves
    • 10. Geographical distribution of earthquakes
    • 11. Frequency and periodicity of earthquakes
    • 12. Accessory shocks
    • 13. Volcanic earthquakes
    • 14. Origin of tectonic earthquakes
    • Index.
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    • Charles Davison