Introducing Volcanology: A Guide to Hot Rocks (Introducing Earth and Environmental Sciences) - Softcover

Jerram, Dougal

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1906716226 ISBN 13: 9781906716226

Publisher: Liverpool University Press, 2011

Synopsis

Volcanoes have an endless fascination. Their eruptions are a regular reminder of the power of nature and our vulnerability to this raw geological phenomenon, however volcanic activity, and its plumbing from beneath, is an essential element of the forces that shaped and constantly reshape our planet. Dougal Jerram answers the questions: What are volcanoes? What other volcanic activity is there? How do volcanoes relate to plate tectonics and the movement of continents? What are eruptions and why do they occur? How have volcanoes affected the earth's climate? Can we predict eruptions? He also describes the most notable eruptions in history and their effect. Copiously illustrated throughout Introducing Volcanology is a concise and accessible introduction to the science of hot rocks for those with an adult curiosity and for those contemplating a course of formal study. As with sister volumes, technical terms are kept to a minimum and a glossary is provided covering the whole subject from ash to zeolites.

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About the Author

Dougal Jerram is an Earth Scientist at Durham University, and has a wide experience in both modern and ancient volcanoes and their products. An expert and enthusiastic geological communicator, he has been involved in scientific television programmes for the BBC, National Geographic, Discovery and History channels.

Edition details

• Publisher: Liverpool University Press
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1906716226
• ISBN 13: 9781906716226
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128