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The National Geomagnetic Initiative

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Size: 264 pages, 6 x 9

Publication Year:1993

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U.S. Geodynamics Committee, National Research Council
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This book provides a comprehensive review of geomagnetism and describes the scope of the science and its interdisciplinary importance. It explores a wide range of synergistic linkages in geophysical research and associated applications related to the geomagnetic field, as well ...
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Front Matter	i-xvi
Executive Summary	1-10	(skim)
Scientific Framework	11-17	(skim)
Scientific Issues and Research Opportunities	18-50	(skim)
Observational Needs and Facilities	51-60	(skim)
Data Management	61-67	(skim)
Communication and Coordination	68-73	(skim)
Appendix A: Topical Working Group Reports	74-74	(skim)
A1: The Magnetosphere, Ionosphere, and Atmosphere	75-99	(skim)
A2: Understanding the Nature and Evolution of the Lithosphere from Magnetic Anomolies	100-118	(skim)
A3: Electromagnetic Induction Studies in the Earth and Oceans	119-133	(skim)
A4: Main Field and Core Processes	134-154	(skim)
B1: Operational Platforms	155-189	(skim)
B2: Data Management Systems	190-207	(skim)
B3: Interagency Communication and Coordination	208-218	(skim)
Appendix C: Workshop Organization	219-240	(skim)
Appendix D: Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Special Names	241-246	(skim)

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