Isotopic Constraints on Earth System Processes

Kenneth W. W. Sims

ISBN 10: 1119594979 / ISBN 13: 9781119594970

Published by John Wiley and Sons Inc, US, 2022

Using isotopes as a tool for understanding Earth processes From establishing the absolute age of the Earth to providing a stronger understanding of the nexus between geology and life, the careful measurement and quantitative interpretation of minor variations in the isotopic composition of Earth's materials has provided profound insight into the origins and workings of our planet. Isotopic Constraints on Earth System Processes presents examples of the application of numerous different isotope systems to address a wide range of topical problems in Earth system science. Volume highlights include: examination of the natural fractionation of non-traditional stable isotopesutilizing isotopes to understand the origin of magmas and evolution of volcanic systemsapplication of isotopes to interrogate and understand Earth's Carbon and Oxygen cyclesexamination of the geochemical and hydrologic processes that lead to isotopic fractionationapplication of isotopic reactive transport models to decipher hydrologic and biogeochemical processes 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. Seller Inventory # LU-9781119594970

Synopsis:

Using isotopes as a tool for understanding Earth processes

From establishing the absolute age of the Earth to providing a stronger understanding of the nexus between geology and life, the careful measurement and quantitative interpretation of minor variations in the isotopic composition of Earth’s materials has provided profound insight into the origins and workings of our planet.

Isotopic Constraints on Earth System Processes presents examples of the application of numerous different isotope systems to address a wide range of topical problems in Earth system science.

Volume highlights include:

• examination of the natural fractionation of non-traditional stable isotopes
• utilizing isotopes to understand the origin of magmas and evolution of volcanic systems
• application of isotopes to interrogate and understand Earth’s Carbon and Oxygen cycles
• examination of the geochemical and hydrologic processes that lead to isotopic fractionation
• application of isotopic reactive transport models to decipher hydrologic and biogeochemical processes

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.

About the Author:

Kenneth W. W. Sims, University of Wyoming, USA.

Kate Maher, Stanford University, USA.

Daniel P. Schrag, Harvard University, USA.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Isotopic Constraints on Earth System ...
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Inc, US
Publication Date: 2022
Binding: Hardback
Condition: New