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Plate Tectonics
This advanced undergraduate textbook provides a thoroughly modern overview of plate tectonics and is the perfect resource for a capstone geology course.It presents plate tectonics as a multifaceted, interdisciplinary theory that unites many different geological observations and processes into a harmonious model so that readers grasp how the outer part of our planet works in relation to the deep interior.Supported by clear prose, helpful analogies, and stunning colour imagery, readers will gain an in-depth understanding of how and why plates interact to produce different topography, rock assemblages and deformation features along plate boundaries.Written by an author pairing renowned for their research, teaching, and textbook writing experience, this text covers necessary ground for a single-semester course without overwhelming readers and offers a truly accessible introduction to quantitative topics.Student-friendly features chart clear paths through every chapter and a rich suite of online resources bring plate tectonics to life.
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Plate Tectonics : A Very Short Introduction
The 1960s revealed a new and revolutionary idea in geological thought: that the continents drift with respect to one another.After having been dismissed for decades as absurd, the concept gradually became part of geology's basic principles.We now know that the Earth's crust and upper mantle consist of a small number of rigid plates that move, and there are significant boundaries between pairs of plates, usually known as earthquake belts.Plate tectonics now explains much of the structure and phenomena we see today: how oceans form, widen, and disappear; why earthquakes and volcanoes are found in distinct zones which follow plate boundaries; how the great mountain ranges of the world were built.The impact of plate tectonics is studied closely as these processes continue: the Himalaya continues to grow, the Atlantic is widening, and new oceans are forming.In this Very Short Introduction Peter Molnar provides a succinct and authoritative account of the nature and mechanisms of plate tectonics and its impact on our understanding of Earth. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area.These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly.Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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Extensional Tectonics : Rifting and Continental Extension
A synthesis of current knowledge on global extensional tectonics The extension of Earth's lithosphere occurs at divergent plate boundaries as well as in plate interiors.The geological, geochemical, and sedimentary processes of extension offer insights into topics ranging from the fundamentals of tectonics to the evolution of life.Extensional Tectonics: Rifting and Continental Extension reviews present-day knowledge of extensional tectonic processes and explores examples from around the world.Volume highlights include: Overview of extensional tectonic processes from continental rifting to oceanic basin formation In-depth examination of extension along rift systems and rift marginsReview of post-collisional continental extensionExamples from Africa, Asia, Europe, and the AmericasInsights from observations, modeling, and 3D seismic data interpretation of extended terrains This book is one of a set of three in the collection Tectonic Processes: A Global View.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.
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Plate Tectonics : Continental Drift and Mountain Building
This textbook explains how mountains are formed and why there are old and young mountains.It provides a reconstruction of the Earths paleogeography and shows why the shapes of South America and Africa fit so well together.Furthermore, it explains why the Pacific is surrounded by a ring of volcanos and earthquake-prone areas while the edges of the Atlantic are relatively peaceful. This thoroughly revised textbook edition addresses all these questions and more through the presentation and explanation of the geodynamic processes upon which the theory of continental drift is based and which have led to the concept of plate tectonics. It is a source of information for students of geology, geophysics, geography, geosciences in general, general natural sciences, as well as professionals, and interested layman.
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What is Japan's plate tectonics?
Japan is located at the meeting point of four tectonic plates: the Pacific Plate, Philippine Sea Plate, Eurasian Plate, and North American Plate. This makes Japan one of the most seismically active regions in the world, with frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity. The movement of these plates has created the Japanese archipelago and continues to shape the landscape of the country.
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Why is plate tectonics necessary?
Plate tectonics is necessary for the Earth's geological processes and the maintenance of its habitability. It is responsible for the movement of the Earth's lithosphere, which leads to the formation of mountains, earthquakes, and volcanic activity. Additionally, plate tectonics plays a crucial role in the carbon cycle, the distribution of minerals, and the creation of new crust at mid-ocean ridges. Without plate tectonics, the Earth would lack the dynamic processes that shape its surface and regulate its internal heat, making it a much less hospitable planet.
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Why do we need plate tectonics?
Plate tectonics is essential for shaping the Earth's surface and influencing natural processes such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and mountain formation. It helps to explain the distribution of continents and oceans, as well as the movement of geological features over time. Understanding plate tectonics is crucial for predicting and mitigating natural disasters, as well as for studying the Earth's history and evolution. Overall, plate tectonics provides a framework for understanding the dynamic processes that have shaped and continue to shape our planet.
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What is the tectonics of Greenland?
Greenland is located on the North American tectonic plate, which is slowly moving westward. The island is also influenced by the movement of the Eurasian plate to the east. This tectonic activity has led to the formation of numerous geological features in Greenland, including mountains, fjords, and glaciers. Additionally, the tectonic forces have also caused significant seismic activity in the region.
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Dynamics of Plate Tectonics and Mantle Convection
Dynamics of Plate Tectonics and Mantle Convection, written by specialists in the field, gathers state-of-the-art perspectives on the dynamics of plate tectonics and mantle convection.Plate tectonics is a unifying theory of solid Earth sciences.In its initial form, it was a kinematic theory that described how the planet's surface is fragmented into several rigid lithospheric plates that move in relation to each other over the less viscous asthenosphere.Plate tectonics soon evolved to describe the forces that drive and resist plate movements.The Earth sciences community is now developing a new perspective that looks at plate tectonics and mantle convection as part of a single system.Why does our planet have plate tectonics, and how does it work?How does mantle convection drive the supercontinent cycle?How have tectono-convective modes evolved over the Earth's history?How did they shape the planet and impact life? Do other planets have mantle convection and tectonics?These are some of the fascinating questions explored in this book. This book started with a challenge from the editor to the authors to provide perspectives from their vantage point and open the curtain to the endeavors and stories behind the science.
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Plate Tectonics : Continental Drift and Mountain Building
How are mountains formed? Why are there old and young mountains? Why do the shapes of South America and Africa fit so well together?Why is the Pacific surrounded by a ring of volcanoes and earthquake prone areas while the edges of the Atlantic are relatively peaceful?Frisch and Meschede and Blakey answer all these questions and more through the presentation and explanation of the geo-dynamic processes upon which the theory of continental drift is based and which have lead to the concept of plate tectonics.
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Introducing Tectonics, Rock Structures and Mountain Belts
Introducing Tectonics, Rock Structures and Mountain Belts is written to explain the key concepts of tectonics and rock structures to students and to the interested non-specialist, especially those without a strong mathematical background.The study and understanding of geological structures has traditionally been guided by the rigorous application of mathematics and physics but, in this book, Graham Park has avoided mathematical equations altogether and has reduced the geometry to the minimum necessary.The application of plate tectonic theory has revolutionised structural geology by giving the study of rock structures a context in which they can be explained.Since the large-scale movements of the plates ultimately control smaller-scale structures, the study of tectonics is the key to understanding the latter.The reader is thus introduced to large-scale Earth structure and the theory of plate tectonics before dealing with geological structures such as faults and folds.Studies by structural geologists of the movement history of rock masses relative to each other, as revealed by the study of fault systems and shear zones, has helped to integrate rock structures with plate tectonics and this has been emphasised in the book.One of the most exciting aspects of geology is the study of the great mountain ranges, orogenic belts.The final three chapters of the book explain how knowledge of plate tectonic theory, geological structures and the processes of deformation may be employed to understand these orogenic belts. hilst excessive use of terminology is avoided, all technical terms are in a Glossary and, as with all books in this series, the text is illustrated profusely.
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Monsters and Mutants : Archi-Tectonics’ Huangzhou Asian Games Masterplan
This book presents the ecological and architectural innovations by New York-based design firm Archi-Tectonics showcased in their master plan for the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.The project, designed in collaboration with !melk Landscape Architecture & Urban Design and Thornton Tomasetti engineers, introduces a revolutionary Sponge-City concept, re-imagining urban landscapes as dynamic ecosystems, capable of responding to environmental challenges such as flooding, pollution, and biodiversity loss. With contributions from esteemed architects and theorists such as Carlo Ratti, Thom Mayne, and Mette Ramsgaard, the volume scrutinises the intersection of architecture and environmental activism in the Anthropocene.Through the lens of Archi-Tectonics' winning design, it examines the blurring boundaries between the natural and the man-made and poses critical questions about what constitutes the “natural” in a world profoundly transformed by human activity. Monsters and Mutants explores the future of urban and architectural design in making cities more resilient and sustainable.It provides a critical look at how multi-disciplinary collaboration and innovative thinking can address some of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, turning potential ecological crises into opportunities for regeneration and transformation.
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What is plate tectonics in geography?
Plate tectonics is the scientific theory that explains the movement and interaction of the Earth's lithosphere, which is made up of large, rigid plates that float on the semi-fluid asthenosphere beneath them. These plates are in constant motion, either moving apart, colliding, or sliding past each other, which results in various geological phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanic activity, and the formation of mountain ranges. Plate tectonics is a fundamental concept in geography as it helps to explain the distribution of landforms, the formation of natural hazards, and the evolution of the Earth's surface over time.
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What forces are involved in plate tectonics?
Plate tectonics is driven by several forces, including mantle convection, ridge push, and slab pull. Mantle convection is the movement of hot rock in the mantle, which causes the plates to move. Ridge push occurs at mid-ocean ridges where new crust is formed and pushes the plates apart. Slab pull happens at subduction zones where denser oceanic plates sink into the mantle, pulling the rest of the plate behind it. These forces work together to drive the movement of Earth's tectonic plates.
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What is the plate tectonics of Japan?
Japan is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, where several tectonic plates meet. The Philippine Sea Plate is subducting beneath the Eurasian Plate, causing frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity in the region. The complex tectonic setting of Japan has also led to the formation of mountain ranges and islands, making it a geologically dynamic and diverse area.
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Does plate tectonics have an impact on us humans?
Yes, plate tectonics have a significant impact on humans. The movement of tectonic plates can cause earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis, which can result in loss of life, destruction of infrastructure, and displacement of communities. Additionally, the movement of tectonic plates can also lead to the formation of natural resources such as oil, gas, and minerals, which are essential for human activities and economic development. Understanding plate tectonics is crucial for predicting and preparing for natural disasters and for managing natural resources.
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