Exploration Seismology is a complete and systematic textbook by R. E. Sheriff, published by Cambridge University Press. This reference work provides a complete overview of the theory and practice of exploration seismology in one volume. The book is intended for geologists, geophysicists, and engineers who work with seismic data in a variety of applications.
Description
This fully updated revision covers the history and fundamental physics of exploration seismology. After a thorough explanation of seismic acquisition, the second part focuses on data processing and interpretation. Applications in groundwater research, environmental geophysics, and reservoir geophysics are also covered. The book offers a current and coherent picture of seismological applications and is suitable as both a study book and a reference work for professionals.
Product specifications
- Author: R. E. Sheriff (University of Houston)
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Binding type: Trade paperback (US)
- Publication date: 1995-08-25
- Number of pages: 628
- ISBN: 9780521468268
- Subject: Volcanology and seismology
- BISAC: SCIENCE / Earth Sciences / Seismology & Volcanism