Since the advent of the mantle plume hypothesis in 1971, scientists have been faced with the problem that its predictions are not confirmed by observation. For thirty years, the usual reaction has been to adapt the hypothesis in numerous ways. As a result, the multitude of curre…
This volume examines and reviews the debate between the Plate and Plume hypotheses, including a clear statement of the former. It follows an observational approach, drawing widely from many volcanic regions in chapters on vertical motions of Earth's crust, magma volumes, time-pr…
Since the advent of the mantle plume hypothesis in 1971, scientists have been faced with the problem that its predictions are not confirmed by observation. For thirty years, the usual reaction has been to adapt the hypothesis in numerous ways. As a result, the multitude of curre…
Long-wavelength mantle structure : geophysical constraints and dynamical models / Maxwell L. Rudolph, Diogo L. Louren, Pritwiraj Moulik, and Vedran Lekic -- Experimental deformation of lower mantle rocks and minerals / Lowell Miyagi -- Seismic wave velocities in Earth's mantle f…
"A multidisciplinary perspective on the dynamic processes occurring in Earth's mantle. The convective motion of material in Earth's mantle, powered by heat from the deep interior of our planet, drives plate tectonics at the surface, generating earthquakes and volcanic activity. …
"A multidisciplinary perspective on the dynamic processes occurring in Earth's mantle The convective motion of material in Earth's mantle, powered by heat from the deep interior of our planet, drives plate tectonics at the surface, generating earthquakes and volcanic activity. I…