Geophysics textbook
An Introduction to Applied and
Environmental Geophysics
By John M. Reynolds
This is the first introductory textbook to describe the developing field of environmental geophysics. Emphasis is placed upon the use of geophysics in civil engineering, and environmental and groundwater investigations. Many of the case histories have never been published before. The geographical basis of the case histories is worldwide, with examples originating from Australia to North America, from Arctic Canada to the Antarctic, from Europe to China. This is the only textbook to provide an in-depth analysis of the very latest developments in environmental geophysics, such as
- Ground-penetrating radar
- Detailed survey design
- Electromagnetic methods in environmental applications
- Electrical sub-surface imaging (2D tomography)
- Spectral-induced polarisation
- High-resolution engineering reflection seismology.
Applications also include mineral and hydrocarbon exploration. The level of mathematics and physics is deliberately kept to a minimum, but if the reader requires more in-depth details, the relevant mathematical expressions are separated into boxes to augment the text. The book is also profusely illustrated with figures and line drawings.
The book is designed for students wanting a broad introduction to the subject, as well as for practising civil engineers, geologists, archaeologists and environmental scientists who need an overview of modern geophysical methods relevant to their discipline. This book has been widely acclaimed within industry and academia and is now the recommended text for university under- and postgraduate degree courses internationally.
Because of the success of the book, the publishers have requested a second edition and this is in preparation.
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