GEO 124 - Advanced Petrogenesis

Institution:

University of California-Riverside

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Description:

Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 6 hours; two 1-day field trips. Prerequisite(s): GEO 100 with a grade of "C-" or better. Explores advanced topics in the petrogenesis of igneous and metamorphic rocks in the Earth's crust and mantle. Examines field and structural relationships of crystalline rocks and how thermodynamics, experimental phase equilibria, and computer modeling are used to study petrogenesis. Each student completes a field and laboratory research project and prepares a written and oral report on the project.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.UCR.EDU

Phone Number:

(951) 827-1012

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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