Description

Fluid Physics in Geology is aimed at geology students who are interested in understanding fluid behavior and motion in the context of a wide variety of geological problems, and who wish to pursue related work in fluid physics. The book provides an introductory treatment of the physical and dynamical behaviors of fluids by focusing first on how fluids behave in a general way, then looking more specifically at how they are involved in certain geological processes. The text is written so students may concentrate on the sections that are most relevant to their own needs. Helpful problems following each chapter illustrate applications of the material to realistic problems involving groundwater flows, magma dynamics, open-channel flows, and thermal convection. Fluid Physics in Geology is ideal for graduate courses in all areas of geology, including hydrology, geomorphology, sedimentology, and petrology.

Reviews

"Overall, an excellent work that will stimulate creative and interdisciplinary thinking" -- Choice

"...it fills and important niche in giving a comprehensive coverage of geologically relevant fluid physics. I would recommend it as a well-structured, adequately rigorous text for an extremely useful course in geological fluid mechanics."--David Bercovici, GSA Today

"...a well-written and truly readable text for the majority of hydrogeologists with a minimum math background.... It is unique in its comprehensive and systematic treatment of fluid flow concepts at an alluring introductory level. The book clearly holds promise of becoming a popular and lasting text for years to come."--Jean Bahr, Ground Water

"A quantitative, rigorous introduction to the role of fluids in the geological sciences. Long overdue!"--Michael E. Campana, University of New Mexico

Product Details

496 pages; 160 line illus.; 6-1/8 x 9-1/4; ISBN13: 978-0-19-507701-8ISBN10: 0-19-507701-6

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