Igneous Petrology

ERTH-4340

Introduction to the observation and interpretation of igneous and metamorphic rocks in outcrop, hand sample, and thin sections. Processes of melting, solidification and migration of magmas; solid state recrystallization and pressure-temperature histories. Heat flow and regional crustal dynamics. Laboratory and field trips required.

4 credits
Prereqs:
none

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2025
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Igneous & Metamorph Petrology (4c)
  • Frank Spear
Seats Taken: 6/12
2022
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Igneous Petrology (4c)
  • Frank Spear
Seats Taken: 9/24
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Igneous Petrology (4c)
Seats Taken: 0/15
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