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GEL 162

— Geophysics of the Solid Earth

(3 units)

Theory and use of physics in the study of the solid earth. Gravity, magnetism, paleomagnetism, and heat flow. Application to the interpretation of the regional and large-scale structure of the earth and to plate tectonics. Offered irregularly.

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Course Description: Theory and use of physics in the study of the solid earth. Gravity, magnetism, paleomagnetism, and heat flow. Application to the interpretation of the regional and large-scale structure of the earth and to plate tectonics. Offered irregularly. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Science & Engineering (SE); Quantitative Literacy (QL). Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Science & Engineering (SE); Quantitative Literacy (QL).

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