Foundations of Geomagnetism by George Backus (English) Paperback Book

Description: Foundations of Geomagnetism by George Backus, Robert Parker, Catherine Constable The main magnetic field of the Earth is a complex phenomenon. To understand its origins in the fluid of the Earths core, and how it changes in time requires a variety of mathematical and physical tools. This book presents the foundations of geomagnetism in a mathematically rigorous, but logical way. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The main magnetic field of the Earth is a complex phenomenon. To understand its origins in the fluid of the Earths core, and how it changes in time requires a variety of mathematical and physical tools. This book presents the foundations of geomagnetism, in detail and developed from first principles. The book is based on George Backus courses for graduate students at the University of California, San Diego. The material is mathematically rigorous, but is logically developed and has consistent notation, making it accessible to a broad range of readers. The book starts with an overview of the phenomena of interest in geomagnetism, and then goes on to deal with the phenomena in detail, building the necessary techniques in a thorough and consistent manner. Students and researchers will find this book to be an invaluable resource in the appreciation of the mathematical and physical foundations of geomagnetism. Table of Contents Preface; 1. General facts about the main field; 2. Classical electrodynamics; 3. Spherical harmonics; 4. Gauss theory of the main field; 5. The Mie representation; 6. Hydromagnetics of the core; 7. Appendix: mathematical background; Bibliography; Index. Review George Backuss lecture notes, developed over many years, are well known among theoretical geophysicists as an authoritative source for the subject s mathematical foundations. The lectures on geomagnetism have now been edited for publication. The result is no ordinary textbook ... This is essential reading for any mathematics graduate working in spherical geometry; it will remain authoritative for many years to come. David Gubbins, Nature All in all, this book stands alone in terms of its mathematical rigor and completeness in treating exactly what it claims, the (mathematical) foundations of geomagnetism. I can highly recommend it to geophysicists as a reference work which will attain considerable longevity. Andy Jackson, Geomagnetism and Paleomagnetism Promotional Presents the mathematical and physical tools needed to understand geomagnetism. Review Quote George Backuss lecture notes, developed over many years, are well known among theoretical geophysicists as an authoritative source for the subject s mathematical foundations. The lectures on geomagnetism have now been edited for publication. The result is no ordinary textbook ... This is essential reading for any mathematics graduate working in spherical geometry; it will remain authoritative for many years to come. David Gubbins, Nature Promotional "Headline" Presents the mathematical and physical tools needed to understand geomagnetism. Description for Bookstore The main magnetic field of the Earth is a complex phenomenon. To understand its origins in the fluid of the Earths core, and how it changes in time requires a variety of mathematical and physical tools. This book presents the foundations of geomagnetism in a mathematically rigorous, but logical way. Description for Library The main magnetic field of the Earth is a complex phenomenon. To understand its origins in the fluid of the Earths core, and how it changes in time requires a variety of mathematical and physical tools. This book presents the foundations of geomagnetism in a mathematically rigorous, but logical way. Details ISBN0521017335 Author Catherine Constable Short Title FOUNDATIONS OF GEOMAGNETISM Pages 384 Publisher Cambridge University Press Language English ISBN-10 0521017335 ISBN-13 9780521017336 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 538.7 Year 2005 Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Alternative 9780521410069 Affiliation University of California, San Diego DOI 10.1604/9780521017336 UK Release Date 2005-12-15 AU Release Date 2005-12-15 NZ Release Date 2005-12-15 Publication Date 2005-12-15 Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises; 3 Tables, unspecified; 32 Line drawings, unspecified Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91377856;

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