Applied Geophysics
Gravity Quiz Review Sheet

The quiz will be composed of definitions and short answer questions. To do well on this quiz, be familiar with the following concepts:

• Geoid
• Reference Spheroid
• Density
• Zero-length spring
• Isostacy
• Newton's law of gravitation
• The various corrections to gravity readings (e.g., latitude, elevation, excess mass, terrain, tidal, etc.). Know what they are for and about how large they are.
• Know the infinite slab formula and how to use it.
• General workings of the Lacoste-Romberg gravity meter