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The Earth's Gravity and Its Geological Significance.

Authors :
Cook, A. H.
Source :
Physics Education. Nov 1980 15(6):350-354.
Publication Year :
1980

Abstract

Discussed is the earth's gravity and its geological significance. Variations of gravity around the earth can be produced by a great variety of possible distributions of density within the earth. Topics discussed include isostasy, local structures, geological exploration, change of gravity in time, and gravity on the moon and planets. (DS)

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Language :
English
Volume :
15
Issue :
6
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Physics Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ237392
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive

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