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Fundamentals of Physical Volcanology, Paperback / softback Book

Fundamentals of Physical Volcanology Paperback / softback

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The world's leading student text on physical volcanology offers an unmatched introduction to the field In the newly revised second edition of Fundamentals of Physical Volcanology, the authors provide a comprehensive introduction to the processes that control when and how volcanoes erupt.

The book addresses all aspects of modern volcanology, from petrology and geochemistry to rock physics, fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.

With the help of new and improved illustrations, this new edition explains eruption types and mechanisms, subsurface processes, volcanic eruption products, and how volcanoes affect their surrounding environment.

Readers will also find: Quantitative treatment of physical volcanological processesA review of the historical development of volcanologyExamples of current research trends and topics in volcanology Perfect for undergraduate earth sciences students around the globe, Fundamentals of Physical Volcanology will also earn a place in the libraries of researchers in related fields seeking an accessible introduction to the principles of physical volcanology.

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