GEO 231 - African Genesis:A Geologic Perspective

Institution:

Bentley University

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Description:

Explores the geologic history of the African continent, including formation of igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks and minerals; economic gems and minerals; plate tectonics and volcanic processes; landform evolution, including the geologic work of glaciers, rivers, and wind; paleontology; and geologic time. The origin and evolution of humans are considered in the context of African landscape and geologic resources. Course includes laboratory exercises and some times a day-long field trip to the Connecticut River valley, which exhibits some features similar to the Great African Rift Valley.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bentley.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 523-2354

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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