Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features

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John Wiley & Sons, 27.3.2020 - 224 sivua

Explore the dramatic forces that have shaped the Icelandic landscape over 30 million years

Iceland's formation and ongoing evolution offers a masterclass in geophysical processes. Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features presents a regional guide to the landscape of this unique island.

Accessible to academics, students, novice geologists, and tourists alike, chapters reflect the most popular way to explore the island, beginning in the southwest region and ending in the northwest.

Volume highlights include:

  • An overview of Iceland's geologic history
  • Exploration of the dynamic tectonic setting that has shaped the island
  • Descriptions of landscape features of active and extinct volcanoes
  • Discussion of the impact of glaciation in the past and present
  • Techniques for monitoring geologic hazards
  • Developments in harnessing geothermal energy

The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.

This book was a finalist for the 2021 PROSE Award for Earth Science!

Find out more about this book in this short video and a Q&A with the author

 

Esimerkkisivuja

Sisältö

Chapter 1 The Geologic Framework of Iceland
3
Tectonics
5
Volcanics
43
Glacial Features
115
Glossary
173
References
177
Index
199
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Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features
Tamie J. Jovanelly
Rajoitettu esikatselu - 2020

Yleiset termit ja lausekkeet

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Tietoja kirjailijasta (2020)

Tamie Jovanelly, Berry College, USA.

Kirjaluettelon tiedot

OtsikkoIceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features
Geophysical Monograph Series
KirjoittajaTamie J. Jovanelly
KustantajaJohn Wiley & Sons, 2020
ISBN111942710X, 9781119427100
Pituus224 sivua
  
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