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Report reviews studies of mid‐Atlantic ridge

MAR 01, 1973
Physics Today

A new report, Understanding the Mid‐Atlantic Ridge, has been issued by the National Academy of Sciences. The report outlines an orderly approach to a comprehensive study of the Mid‐Atlantic Ridge. It reviews present knowledge and hypotheses, states major unsolved problems and possible methods of solution, and presents outlines of recommended programs, including general priorities of the programs, coordination of necessary joint projects, and estimates of new funds and facilities required.

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