Geology and Geophysics papers

A profile of the El Paso Corporation and the natural gas industry.

A discussion of the positive and negative effects of the weather condition known as El Nino on business.

Examines causes and environmental effects, history, CFMs, statistics, ultraviolet radiation, U.S. and global corrective measures and the future.

Discusses these in general and gives examples (the 1993 Midwest floods and the 1994 Southern California earthquake). Examines the impact on community infrastructure, basic services and insurance companies.

Examines the geological causes and effects of the 1994 California quake and its impact on structures.

This paper analyzes 18th -19th Century German scientist Alfred Wegener's ideas of continental drift, which led to the plate tectonic theory.

This paper discusses the use and evaluation of General Circulation Models as climatic simulations in environmental science: Definition, significance, development, problems, approximations, form and function. Abstract.

This paper discusses the erosion of the Long Island shoreline: Geology, rate, causes and effects, role of humans, stabilization and management.

This paper discusses primarily California earthquakes: Major faults, research, geology, potential for disaster, safety measures and Midwest quake dangers.

A look at the causes, examples, geologic process, types, materials, climate, vegetation, liability and remedies.

A look at the discoveries relating to Venus' geology with the Earth's crust including plates, rifts, etc.

An analysis of these bodies of water in the desert including characteristics, human uses, hydrology, types, salts, mounds and wind.

A look at the causes and effects of coastal processes of the Great Lakes, including water levels, human influences, erosion, waves, currents, shorelines and storm surges.

An examination of cirque glaciers, with a focus on their traits, formation, location, topography and geological theories.

Discusses this issue in relation to California in the 1800s, examining environmental damage done by Gold Rush techniques and methods.

Examines the California State University at L.A. program for earthquake studies.

A look at the mineral in the mica group including symmetry, structure, sites found, uses and chemistry.

The impact of the sun's energy on the layers of Earth's atmosphere including Physics, absorption and evaporation, sunspots, the ozone layer and magnetism.

An examination of the effects of glacier ice movement on land as a concept developed by the 19th century Swiss scientist Jean Agassiz.

This paper is a geological study of Yosemite Valley: Its fall, glacial erosion, rocks, volcanic activity and earthquakes.

This paper discusses the types of stones that are categorized under the geological heading of corundum: The ruby and the sapphire.

This paper discusses the ocean as a natural resouces: Mineral wealth, food, energy and oxygen creation.

This paper discusses the role of the San Andreas fault in California earthquakes: Geography and geology, tectonic plates, discovery and major earthquakes.

Discusses seasonal & geographical aspects; causes; thunder & lightning elements; stages of development; dynamics; structure, hemispherics and types.

Discusses uses, significance & cultural role of gold in China & other ancient civilizations.

Examines the causes & climatic effects of heated ocean current in general & specifically the 1982-1983 example. Discusses drought, animals, sea life and weather prediction.

This is a country profile of Tanzania looking at its area, population, government, trade, history, colonialism & independence, political structure, military & economic alliances, health & education.

This paper examines issues of water pollution and its control, with particular emphasis on Los Angeles: Types and sources of pollution, effects, regulations, sewage system, hazardous waste, water quality management, control methods and politics.

This paper discusses tornadoes: Description, impact, susceptible areas, causes and forecasting.

Scientific analysis of some of the evidence pointing to the existence of water on Mars.

An overview of the theory which predicts a reversal of the Earth's geomagnetic polarity.

A look at the phenomenon of ocean pollution and its affect on sea life.

A debate whether global warming is a real threat or an imagined one.

A paper which examines the rate and type of glacial erosion.

This paper discusses in detail the changes in environment over time that caused mass extinction of animals such as the dinosaurs.

An examination of tectonics, trenches, ridges, seawater composition, topography and continental shelves.

An insight into this igneous rock formation with definition and description, character, layers, location and creation.

Examines the physics of this natural phenomenon, types, structure, theories, flash and thunder.

Examines the tragedy and its press coverage, including its impact on three newspapers themselves.

Examines its creation, composition, short- and long-term environmental effects.

Examines theories for their extinction including genetics, climatic change, sea fluctuations and a meteor strike.

Examines definitions, natural and man-made causes and climatic effects, changing sea levels and models.

Examines role of sandstone in identification of geological properties in western Miditerranean, Massachusetts/Connecticut, eastern Australia, and California/Oregon.

Reviews work on evolution of geologists' understanding of the concept of deep time in 17th Cent.-19th Cent.

Causes & global effects on oceans & land of turbulent climatic phenomenon. Definition, history, examples, phases.

Causes & effects, models, features, dangers for pilots.

Examines the social & economic impact of three recent major storms: Hurricane Andrew (1992), Hurricane Opal (1995), & Hurricane Marilyn (1995).

Reviews typical earthquake characteristics. Describes the on in Kobe in 1/17/95. Assesses environmental impact of quake. Analyzes mitigation & repair efforts.

An analysis of the geological phenomenon known as a tsunami, which was caused by an earthquake near New Guinea.

Technical discussion of geological history of the volcano. Atmospheric affects.

A study of the first inhabitants of North America who came at the end of the Ice Age by way of a land bridge that connects Siberia and Alaska.

A comparison of the two planets discussing whether Earth can become extinct the way Mars did.

An insight into the cause and effect of global warming on the environment.

A paper that identifies and argues that plate tectonics is responsible for changing continental landmasses through geological occurrences

This paper discusses the debate surrounding the environmental phenomenon of global warming.

A discussion on underwater acoustics and acoustic energy used to detect objects in the oceans or sea beds.

A insight into the role of potassium argon dating within the field of archaeology.

A study on the causes and effects of volcanic eruptions.

An examination of human impact on the Earth's climate.

This paper discusses weather patterns with an emphasis on storms.

An insight into volcanoes - what they are, what lava is and how they erupt.

An analysis of an article that appeared in the "New York Times" about the melting of the polar ice caps.

An exploration of the Martian terrain, with reference to the presence of water.

A paper which discusses the issue of global warming and explores the reasons behind the argument that carbon dioxide emissions are most likely the cause of the global warming.

An argument presenting both sides of the global warming issue, focusing on whether it is a real issue or merely a hypothesis concocted by scientists to prevent environmental pollution.

An examination of Radiometric dating, also known as carbon-12 or carbon-14 dating, including a look at dating using other radioactive methods.

A discussion of the climate of the U.S.A. and Canada, with respect to climate classifications, its effects on farming and other activities.

A look at this dramatic era from an ecological point of view with focus on Milankovitch's Theory of Climatic Change.

The following paper discusses the climate of the U.S.A. and Canada, with respect to the climate classifications, its effects on farming and other activities.

This paper narrates the first five days in the life of a public information officer after an earthquake strikes.

This research paper is about the lead poisoning problem specifically concerning Detroit.

This paper examines the current theories and explanations surrounding the extinction of dinosaurs.

This paper discusses the crisis that planet Earth is facing regarding drinking water.

History of coal and up-to-date coal gasification techniques.

This paper examines seismic stratigraphy and the impact of hydrocarbon detection technology on the petroleum industry.

This is an argument/research essay that analyzes the global warming trend that has developed since the onset of the industrial revolution.

Complete history of the Galveston, Texas hurricane of 1900.

This paper discusses the issue of global warming.

This paper looks at the issue of global climate warming.

An analysis of the book "Rare Earth: Why Complex Life is Uncommon in the Universe."

Scientific details and debate on the greenhouse effect and global warming. Also touches on political and international issues.

The causes and effects of Hurricane Andrew.

A look at the link between weather, seasons and animal behavior.

This paper discusses the geological and historical aspects of Manitou Springs, Colorado.

This paper discusses the devastating effects of Hurricane Mitch that hit the Central American nations in October 1998.

An examination of natural disasters and a look at their possible outcomes.

Looks at the environmental and economic damage of hurricane Andrew in Florida and Louisiana.

Examines the planet Mars, including its environment, water, life, and atmosphere.

An analysis of the economic, legal and ethical implications of oil spills.

This is a creative writing sample that examines what the planet Earth might look like to outsiders, hundreds of years after a meteor destroys it.

This paper examines the history of the Big Bang theory and how life may have been created on Earth.

An examination of the sand dunes in North Carolina.

A look at the connection in the eruption of the Santorini volcano and the decline of the Greek Bronze Age.

Compares the three major geographic regions by climate, topography, waterways, etc. Also discusses geographical problems the country is faced with, like population density and agriculture.

A paper on the negative effects our civilization is having on the native Wetlands.

This paper discusses the different kinds of coral reefs that exist.

An in depth look at the global climatic changes taking place and their effects on the environment and society.

Coral reefs all over the world are dying at an alarming rate. The paper discusses the rates of decline and known causes.

This essay is a review of James Lovelock's book "The Ages of Gaia." Written for a Geology class, this paper compares the Creation Theory to the Evolution Theory, and how God could have had a part in the formation of the Earth.

An examination of what weather conditions and impacts both types of avalanche cause, and how they can be controlled.