'This new addition to the rock physics literature can serve as an excellent textbook and is definitely worth considering for courses on related subject matter, given that advanced students will probably gain most from its use. Recommended.' M. S. Field, CHOICE
Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Density and porosity; 3. Stresses in rocks; 4. Mechanical strain and elastic moduli; 5. Permeability of rocks; 6. Mechanical properties of fluid-bearing rocks; 7. Acoustic properties of rocks; 8. Electric resistivity; 9. Dielectric properties; 10. Magnetic properties of rocks; 11. Thermal properties of rocks and minerals; 12. Radioactive properties of rocks; Index.