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Geophysical constraints on seismic hazard and tectonics in the Western Basin and Range

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Author
Abbott, Robert E.
Advisor
Louie, John N.
Date
2001
Type
Dissertation
Department
Geological Sciences and Engineering
Degree Level
Doctorate Degree
Degree Name
Geophysics
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Abstract
Methods of shallow exploration geophysics are used to gather information regarding seismic hazards and tectonics.
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http://hdl.handle.net/11714/1083
Subject
geophysics
depth-to-bedrock
bedrock
gravity measurement
basins
faults
low-angle
listric faults
normal fault
Dixie Valley
ground motion
spectral ratios
in situ velocity
precarious rocks
refraction-microtremor
seismic tomography
earthquake hazard analysis
geology
structural
Nevada slip
earthquakes
tectonics
seismology
exploration
subsurface
Mackay Science Project
 
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Committee MemberBrune, James N.; Oppliger, Gary L.; Zeng, Yuehua; Arnott, W. Patrick
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