Dynamic Earth

This work presents the principles of convection in the earth's mantle. Mantle convection is the process underlying plate tectonics, volcanic hotspots and, hence... » 

This work presents the principles of convection in the earth's mantle. Mantle convection is the process underlying plate tectonics, volcanic hotspots and, hence, most geological processes. The book summarises key observations and presents the relevant physics starting from basic principles. «