Core dynamics / volume editor, Peter Olson.

Includes bibliographical references.

Overview / P. Olson -- Energetics of the core / F. Nimmo -- Theory of the geodynamo / P.H. Roberts -- Large-scale flow in the core / R. Holme -- Thermal and compositional convection in the outer core / C.A. Jones -- Turbulence and small-scale dynamics in the core / D.E. Loper -- Rotational dynamics of the core / A. Tilgner -- Numerical dynamo simulations / U.R. Christensen and J. Wicht -- Magnetic polarity reversals in the core / G.A. Glatzmaier and R.S. Coe -- Inner-core dynamics / I. Sumita, M.I. Bergman -- Experiments on core dynamics / P. Cardin, P. Olson -- Core-mantle interactions / B.A. Buffett.

Core Dynamics is an account of the dynamics at the heart of our planet. The range of subjects reflects the breadth and the fast pace of research in core dynamics. Topics include structure and composition of the outer and inner core, energetics of the core, convection, rotation, flow and turbulence in the outer core, solidification of the inner core, dynamo theory and numerical dynamo models, magnetic polarity reversals, laboratory experiments on the core and the geodynamo and the interactions between the core and the other parts of the Earth. Self-contained volume starts with an overview of the subject then explores each topic with in depth detail. Extensive reference lists and cross references with other volumes to facilitate further research. Full-color figures and tables support the text and aid in understanding.