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Physics and Chemistry of the Terrestrial Planets

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"This course introduces the structure, composition, and physical processes governing the terrestrial planets, including their formation and basic orbital properties. Topics include plate tectonics, earthquakes, seismic waves, rheology, impact cratering, gravity and magnetic fields, heat flux, thermal structure, mantle convection, deep interiors, planetary magnetism, and core dynamics. Suitable for majors and non-majors seeking general background in geophysics and planetary structure."
Subject:
Chemistry, Physics
Level:
Community College / Lower Division, College / Upper Division
Material Type:
Full Course
Author:
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Provider:
MIT
Provider Set:
MIT OpenCourseWare
Date Added:
01/01/2008
License:
Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share Alike Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share Alike
Language:
English
Media Format:
Downloadable docs, Text/HTML

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