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GEOL 2020 - Introduction to Petrology


(3L,2LB,4CR) Introduces the study of igneous and metamorphic rocks in hand sample and thin section. Covers textural and mineralogical features of igneous and metamorphic rocks, chemistry of igneous rocks, phase diagrams controlling mineral crystallization in igneous and metamorphic rocks and tectonic environments in which various igneous and metamorphic rocks are found. Field trip required.

Prerequisites: GEOL 2010 .



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