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Geosystemics View of Earthquakes
Angelo De Santis1,2, Cristoforo Abbattista3, Lucilla Alfonsi1
1Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia - Sez. Roma 2, 00143 Rome, Italy.
Entropy (Basel, Switzerland)
|December 3, 2020
Summary
This study explores earthquakes using geosystemics, viewing them as part of a complex Earth system chain. It integrates various data to understand seismic events holistically, emphasizing couplings from the Earth's interior to the atmosphere.
Area of Science:
- Geosystemics
- Seismology
- Earth System Science
Background:
- Earthquakes are energetic lithospheric phenomena with significant societal impact.
- Understanding earthquakes requires a holistic view of Earth system couplings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To study earthquakes as the culmination of long-term processes within the Earth system.
- To apply geosystemic principles to understand seismic events holistically.
- To analyze the coupling between Earth's interior and atmosphere leading to seismic ruptures.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing geosystemics to integrate multi-parameter data from diverse platforms (ground, marine, satellite).
- Employing universal tools to combine different analytical methods.
- Focusing on the role of entropy and other physical quantities.
Main Results:
- Demonstrates a holistic approach to earthquake comprehension.
- Highlights the interconnectedness of Earth's interior and atmospheric processes in seismic events.
- Provides analysis of specific Italian seismic sequences.
Conclusions:
- Geosystemics offers a comprehensive framework for studying complex phenomena like earthquakes.
- Understanding the full chain of processes, including atmospheric coupling, is crucial for seismic analysis.
- The study emphasizes the value of integrated, multi-platform data analysis.
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