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Seismic Waves and Sources (Softcover Reprint of the Original 1st 1981)

Seismic Waves and Sources

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"Seismic Waves and Sources" by A. Ben-Menahem, S. J. Singh is a mathematics book and learning resource focused on Astronomical Data. Best for teachers, students, and readers looking for stronger mathematical understanding.

Earthquakes come and go as they please, leaving behind them trails of destruc tion and casualties. Although their occurrence is little affected by what we do or think, it is the task of earth scientists to keep studying them from all possible angles until ways and means are found to divert, forecast, and eventually control them. In ancient times people were awestruck by singular geophysical events, which were attributed to supernatural powers. It was recognized only in 1760 that earthquakes originated within the earth. A hundred years later, first systematic attempts were made to apply physical principles to study them. During the next century scientists accumulated knowledge about the effects of earthquakes, their geographic patterns, the waves emitted by them, and the internal constitution of the earth. During the past 20 years, seismology has made a tremendous progress, mainly because of the advent of modern computers and improvements in data acquisi tion systems, which are now capable of digital and analog recording of ground motion over a frequency range of five orders of magnitude. These technologic developments have enabled seismologists to make measurements with far greater precision and sophistication than was previously possible. Advanced computational analyses have been applied to high-quality data and elaborate theoretical models have been devised to interpret them. As a result, far reaching advances in our knowledge of the earth's structure and the nature of earthquake sources have occurred.

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Best For: Students and professionals in geophysics and earth sciences seeking detailed information on seismic phenomena.
Focus: The study of seismic waves and their sources, including the physical principles and data related to earthquakes.
Covers: Fundamental concepts of seismic wave propagation, earthquake sources, and related geophysical data.
Why It Matters: Understanding seismic waves is essential for advancing earthquake forecasting and mitigation efforts, contributing to safer communities and improved scientific knowledge.

"Seismic Waves and Sources" by A. Ben-Menahem, S. J. Singh is a mathematics book and learning resource focused on Astronomical Data. Best for teachers, students, and readers looking for stronger mathematical understanding.

Topic: Astronomical Data

Author: A. Ben-Menahem, S. J. Singh

Who this is for:

  • Teachers and classroom instructors
  • Students building subject mastery
  • Readers looking for practical learning support

Why this book matters: It stands out as a practical math resource that helps explain concepts, strengthen problem-solving, and support classroom or independent learning.

Earthquakes come and go as they please, leaving behind them trails of destruc tion and casualties. Although their occurrence is little affected by what we do or think, it is the task of earth scientists to keep studying them from all possible angles until ways and means are found to divert, forecast, and eventually control them. In ancient times people were awestruck by singular geophysical events, which were attributed to supernatural powers. It was recognized only in 1760 that earthquakes originated within the earth. A hundred years later, first systematic attempts were made to apply physical principles to study them. During the next century scientists accumulated knowledge about the effects of earthquakes, their geographic patterns, the waves emitted by them, and the internal constitution of the earth. During the past 20 years, seismology has made a tremendous progress, mainly because of the advent of modern computers and improvements in data acquisi tion systems, which are now capable of digital and analog recording of ground motion over a frequency range of five orders of magnitude. These technologic developments have enabled seismologists to make measurements with far greater precision and sophistication than was previously possible. Advanced computational analyses have been applied to high-quality data and elaborate theoretical models have been devised to interpret them. As a result, far reaching advances in our knowledge of the earth's structure and the nature of earthquake sources have occurred.

AuthorA. Ben-Menahem, S. J. Singh
PublisherSpringer
Published2011-11-01
ISBN-139781461258582
BindingPaperback
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicAstronomical Data

Format: Paperback

Language: English

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