Environmental Effects on Volcanic Eruptions: From Deep Oceans to Deep Space

Author:   James R. Zimbelman ,  Tracey K.P. Gregg
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
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9781461368625


Pages:   260
Publication Date:   02 November 2012
Format:   Paperback
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The book presents current research into the effect that environmental conditions have on volcanic eruptions and the subsequent emplacement of volcanic products. This is accomplished through a series of chapters that investigate specific environments - both terrestrial and extraterrestrial - and the expression of volcanic materials found within those settings. Current state-of-the-art numerical, analytical and computer models are used in most chapters to provide robust, quantitative insights into how volcanoes behave in different environmental settings. Readership: Upper level undergraduates and new graduates. The book is primarily a presentation of research results rather than a tutorial for the general public. Textbook or supplementary reading for courses in volcanology or comparative planetology at college/university level.

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Author:   James R. Zimbelman ,  Tracey K.P. Gregg
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2000
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.537kg
ISBN:  

9781461368625


ISBN 10:   1461368626
Pages:   260
Publication Date:   02 November 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

List of Contributors. Preface. 1. Volcanic Diversity Throughout the Solar System; J.R. Zimbelman, T.K.P. Gregg. 2. Subaerial Terrestrial Volcanism: Eruptions in Our Own Backyard; J.R. Zimbelman, et al. 3. `Fire and Ice': Volcanism and Ice Interactions on Earth and Mars; M.G. Chapman, et al. 4. Volcanism on the Red Planet: Mars; R. Greeley, et al. 5. Volcanism on Earth's Seafloor and Venus; E. Grosfils, et al. 6. Moon and Mercury: Determining the Environment of Volcanism in Early Planetary History; J.W. Head, III, et al. 7. Extreme Volcanism on Jupiter's Moon IO; A.S. McEwen, et al. 8. Exotic Lava Flows; H. Pinkerton, et al. 9. Volcanic Vestiges: Pulling It Together; T.K.P. Gregg, J.R. Zimbelman. Index.

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`Throughout the past four decades of solar system exploration, volcanologists have argued that looking at other worlds could reveal secrets about how volcanoes work on earth. This handsomely illustrated book is the first to fully realize that promise. By combining volcanic observations from all of NASA's missions with field studies of `exotic' terrestrial lavas, Zimbelman and Gregg provide a comprehensive overview of how volcanoes' environments affect their behavior and vice versa. A stellar cast of contributors make this a must-read book for all students and fans of volcanoes.' Jonathan Fink, Arizona State University ` ... an extraordinary resource for students of terrestrial and planetary volcanic processes. The involvement of volcanologists studying features and processes from such widely disparate environments is unprecedented. This book represents a timely contribution that will be useful for students and researchers at all levels of expertise with applicability to volcanic processes throughout the solar system.' John Sinton, SOEST, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, Hawaii


'Throughout the past four decades of solar system exploration, volcanologists have argued that looking at other worlds could reveal secrets about how volcanoes work on earth. This handsomely illustrated book is the first to fully realize that promise. By combining volcanic observations from all of NASA's missions with field studies of 'exotic' terrestrial lavas, Zimbelman and Gregg provide a comprehensive overview of how volcanoes' environments affect their behavior and vice versa. A stellar cast of contributors make this a must-read book for all students and fans of volcanoes.' Jonathan Fink, Arizona State University ' ... an extraordinary resource for students of terrestrial and planetary volcanic processes. The involvement of volcanologists studying features and processes from such widely disparate environments is unprecedented. This book represents a timely contribution that will be useful for students and researchers at all levels of expertise with applicability to volcanic processes throughout the solar system.' John Sinton, SOEST, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, Hawaii


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