Step 14: Plot every aspect of model structure

Before beginning dynamical calculations with Shells, you should check the input data carefully. Plot every aspect of model structure that is contained in (or implied by) the .feg file. Use my graphical programs OrbMapAI and/or FiniteMap in this step:

Introduction to OrbMapAI and FiniteMap

Differences between OrbMapAI and FiniteMap

Available map formats:

high-contrast black/white (for inexpensive publication)

object-based color graphics (for routine inspection of output)

bitmap-based color graphics (for elegant presentations)

What you should plot (and check for errors):

elevation/bathymetry (should look like the .grd file, except for lower resolution)

heat-flow (should look like the .grd file)

crustal thickness (reasonable range of 5,000 to 75,000 m)

temperature at the Moho (should normally not exceed melting point)

total lithosphere thickness (crust + mantle lithosphere; should be plausible)

temperature at the base of the lithosphere (should be uniform)

pressure anomaly at the base of the lithosphere (should be small, for isostatic balance)