PHYSICS OF THE EARTH - TEACHING AID

The manual describes the basics of earth physics concepts of geophysics seismology and types of seismic exploration causes occurrence and patterns of earthquakes. It lists the Most Destructive Earthquakes that have occurred in certain regions of the globe. The manual is written for successful study of the discipline of Seismology Earth Physics and Earthquake Engineering. The textbook is intended for students of the following specialties: Introduction to Specialty Construction of Buildings and Structures (by types) Architecture Production of Building Materials Hydraulic Engineering Construction Industrial Construction as well as teachers in these fields.This textbook is written for students of technical universities for successful study of the direction of Earthquake-resistant construction. When preparing the textbook the author was based on the materials of many foreign authors Fundamentals of Earth Physics Seismology Geophysics as well as on Internet sites devoted to earth physics seismology and earthquakes.