Describes (1) several methods used in earthquake research, including P:S ratio velocity studies, dilatancy models; and (2) techniques for gathering base-line data for prediction using seismographs, tiltmeters, laser beams, magnetic field changes, folklore, animal behavior. The mysterious Palmdale (California) bulge is discussed. (CS)

Briefly reviews the increasing application of geologic principles, techniques and data to engineering practices in the areas of land use and zoning controls, resource management energy programs and other fields. (BR)

Discusses the prospects and potential of geothermal utilization, paying special attention to its exploitation in the United Kingdom. (GA)

Lists the names and addresses, in alphabetical order, of 381 known professional organizations of societies in earth science all over the world. Another list of names and addresses of the fifty U.S. State surveys is also supplied. (GA)

Reviews symposia and meetings concerned with the polar research in the past year. Topics include drilling programs, sea ice and icebergs, and mineral deposits. (MA)

Presents an annotated bibliography of books, journals, and films on various subtopics of geophysics, including geodesy, seismology, granity, geomagnetism, geochronalogy, and plate tectonics. (MLH)

Describes historically the acceptance of the theory of Continental drift and plate tectonics. (SL)

Presents a research project for secondary school students in the fields of archaeophysics (archaeology) and geophysics using gamma spectroscopy. Describes investigations in mineralization and in dating of potsherds. (LS)

New seismic techniques have been developed recently that borrow theory from academic institutions and technology from industry, allowing scientists to explore deeper into the earth with much greater precision than possible with older seismic methods. Several of these methods are discussed, including the seismic reflection common-depth-point…

A collaborating scientist--a rewarding addition to any high school science program--can help students collect and analyze data that either replicates or parallels the work of the partnering scientist. This type of partnership is beneficial for both students and scientists, and perhaps there has never been a better time to consider such a…

One of a series of general interest publications on science topics, the booklet provides those interested in earthquakes with an introduction to the subject. Following a section presenting an historical look at the world's major earthquakes, the booklet discusses earthquake-prone geographic areas, the nature and workings of earthquakes, earthquake…

Describes petroleum exploration techniques, particularly the interpretation of seismograms. (CP)

Presents the latest developments concerning the following topics: astrogeology, coal, deep sea drilling project, engineering geology; environmental geology, exploration geophysics, geochemistry, geodynamics project, hydrology, industrial minerals, international geology, mapping, mathematical geology, metals, mineralogy, oil and gas, invertebrate…