[edit] Guide Note
Geophysics is a study of the Earth investigating its physical properties using methods found in Physics.1 Geophysics also incorporates the use of Mathematics, Chemistry, Geology and Physics1
[edit] Fast Facts
- Original Spelling: "Geophysik"
- Origin: Germany
- Careers in Geophysics: Geologists, Engineers, Earth Scientists1
- Early Contributors: Blaise Pascal, Isaac Newton
- Modern Contributors: Emil Wiechert, Maurice Ewing, Charles Richter
[edit] Geophysics Applications
By measuring the physical properties of the Earth, geophysicists can obtain useful information how the inside of the Earth is working, essential in determining how it affects us on the surface with earthquakes and volcanic activity.2 Geophysics provides the tools for oil an mineral exploration, which is important environmentally, and use of seismic activity in the nuclear test ban treaty is an important political application.2
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