A Field Guide to Geophysics in Archaeology 2009 Edition Contributor(s): Oswin, John (Author) |
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ISBN: 354076691X ISBN-13: 9783540766919 Publisher: Springer
Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: May 2009 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Earth Sciences - Geology - Science | Physics - Geophysics - Science | Astronomy |
Dewey: 525 |
LCCN: 2009925774 |
Physical Information: 1" H x 6.3" W x 9.4" L (1.55 lbs) 221 pages |
Features: Glossary |
Review Citations: Choice 01/01/2010 |
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Publisher Description: Geophysics operations in archaeology have become well known through exposure on television. However, the technique is presented as the action of specialists and something of a mystery, where people walk about with strange contraptions, and results appear from a computer. This is not the case, however. Some scientific knowledge is needed in order to understand how the machines work and what they detect but otherwise it is only necessary to know how to handle the instruments, how to survey a field and how to interpret the computer results. This book provides all the relevant information. It explains geophysics operations in archaeology, describes the science that gives the soil properties to measure and the means by which the instruments make their measurements. Dr John Oswin is in charge of the geophysics operation of the Bath and Camerton Archaeological Society and his work has recently been the subject of a television programme. He has taught many students how to use geophysical equipment. |
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