Continental Rifted Margins Volume 1: Definition and Methodology

Rifted margins are the transition zones between continents and oceans, studied by Earth Science disciplines. This book summarizes knowledge evolution and provides a practical guide for students and newcomers, with concise text and comprehensive diagrams.

Format: Hardback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 23 August 2022
Publisher: ISTE Ltd

Rifted margins, the boundary zones between continents and oceans, represent the Earth's two fundamental landmass types. These margins play a crucial role in our understanding of lithospheric extensional processes, drawing the attention of diverse Earth Science disciplines such as geology, geophysics, and geochemistry. Over the past two decades, significant advancements in data accessibility and quality have greatly enriched our knowledge in these fields.

This comprehensive book serves as a synopsis of this knowledge evolution, providing a detailed account of our current understanding. It is organized in a user-friendly manner, featuring concise text explanations accompanied by comprehensive diagrams. Continental Rifted Margins 1 serves as a valuable resource for students and newcomers to the rifted margin community, acting as a practical guide for navigating scientific publications and introducing essential concepts and definitions.

By exploring the intricate dynamics and geological features of rifted margins, this book offers valuable insights into the Earth's dynamic geological processes. It sheds light on the formation of mountains, the evolution of oceans, and the tectonic forces that shape our planet. Whether you are a student, researcher, or simply interested in Earth Science, Continental Rifted Margins 1 is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of these fascinating landmasses.

Weight: 666g
Dimension: 250 x 150 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789450613