GEO 101 - Physical Geology

Institution:

Harper College

Subject:

Description:

Provides an introduction to the earth's minerals, rocks and natural resources and the processes which have shaped the Earth's surface such as sedimentation, mountain building, and action of water, wind, ice and downslope movements. Covers Earth's fundamental structure and the behavior of Earth materials. Focuses on the roles of volcanism, earthquakes, sea-floor spreading and paleomagnetism in explaining plate tectonic theory. IAI P1 907L

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.harpercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(847) 925-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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