Keywords:
Geology.
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Environmental sciences.
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Physics.
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Astronomy.
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Thermodynamics.
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Solar system.
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Geology.
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Environmental Physics.
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Physics and Astronomy.
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Thermodynamics.
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Space Physics.
Description / Table of Contents:
The basic concepts -- Atmospheric phenomena -- Ionospheric phenomena -- Methods of observation -- Practical applications for short-term prediction -- Supplement.
Abstract:
This book discusses how the increased emanation of radon and other gases from the Earth’s crust in the vicinity of active tectonic faults triggers a chain of physical processes and chemical reactions in the atmospheric boundary layer and the Earth’s ionosphere over an earthquake area several days/hours before strong seismic shocks occur. It presents the two main concepts involved in this mechanism: atmosphere ionization and the global electric circuit. The Lithosphere-Atmosphere-Ionosphere Coupling (LAIC) concept is strongly supported by experimental data showing the atmospheric and ionospheric precursors for major recent earthquakes including 2004 Sumatra; 2008 Sichuan, China; 2011 Tohoku, Japan; and 2015 Nepal. The book not only addresses the theoretical considerations but also includes information on experimental techniques used for precursor observations based on the space-borne systems. Providing practical methods of precursor identification and interpretation, it is an excellent textbook for graduate courses in geophysics, earthquake science, atmospheric physics and remote sensing. Moreover, it offers a wealth of information for scientists and experts from governmental and international agencies working in the fields of natural-disaster mitigation, response and recovery.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
Pages:
XX, 294 p. 227 illus., 149 illus. in color.
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online resource.
Edition:
1st ed. 2022.
ISBN:
9789402421729
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-024-2172-9
DOI:
10.1007/978-94-024-2172-9
DDC:
551
Language:
English
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