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Introduction to Seismology and Seismics

Introduction to Seismology and Seismics

Introduction to Seismology and Seismics

This note provides an understanding about the basics of seismic wave propagation and methods to determine the structure of the earth and the mechanism of an earthquake. Topics covered includes: The elastic wave equation, Ray theory, travel time equations, reflection/transmission coefficients, Refraction seismics, Reflection seismics, Travel time inversion, Surface waves and normal modes, Earthquake focal mechanisms.

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