Radiogenic Isotope Geology

A new and fully updated edition of this popular advanced level textbook which reviews the geological applications of techniques involving natural radioactive elements. Comprehensive coverage is given to both rock dating and isotopic tracer studies. The new edition places more emphasis on applications to the environmental sciences. The latest methods are placed in historical context to allow the reader to understand the development of interpretation. The text is fully illustrated with over 600 diagrams to allow easy visualisation of concepts.