GEL 312 - Mineral Science I

Institution:

SUNY College at Brockport

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Description:

Prerequisites: GEL 201, CHM 205 and CHM 206. Introduces the structure and properties of mineral materials with emphasis on principles of bonding, crystal chemistry, crystal symmetry and morphology. Covers composition, atomic arrangement, identification and classification of major mineral groups, their geologic occurrences, and their role in understanding the rock record. Focuses in laboratories on physical and chemical properties of minerals, and suites of minerals found in common rocks. Requires weekend field trip. 4 Cr.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brockport.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 395-2361

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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