EENV 260 - Mineralogy/Petrology

Institution:

Susquehanna University

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Description:

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of mineralogy and petrology and how to identify and interpret the common minerals and rocks that are found in the Earth's crust. Students will learn to identify the common rock-forming minerals using mineral properties, chemistry, crystallography, and optical mineralogy. They will also learn to identify igneous and metamorphic rocks based on the mineralogy and fabrics preserved in the rocks. Prerequisite: CHEM:101 General Chemistry I. 4 SH. 3 lecture hours. 3 laboratory/field hours

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.susqu.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 374-0101

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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