The intensities and magnitudes of volcanic eruptions
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Abstract
Ever since 1935, when C.F Richter devised the earthquake magnitude scale that bears his name, seismologists have been able to view energy release from earthquakes in a systematic and quantitative manner. The benefits have been obvious in terms of assessing seismic gaps and the spatial and temporal trends of earthquake energy release. A similar quantitative treatment of volcanic activity is of course equally desirable, both for gaining a further understanding of the physical principles of volcanic eruptions and for volcanic-hazard assessment. A systematic volcanologic data base would be of great value in evaluating such features as volcanic gaps, and regional and temporal trends in energy release.
Publication type | Article |
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Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Title | The intensities and magnitudes of volcanic eruptions |
Series title | Earthquakes & Volcanoes (USGS) |
Volume | 22 |
Issue | 3 |
Year Published | 1991 |
Language | English |
Publisher | U.S Geological Survey |
Description | 5 p. |
First page | 142 |
Last page | 146 |
Online Only (Y/N) | N |
Additional Online Files (Y/N) | N |
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