GEOL 201 - Earth Materials I: Mineralogy

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

Subject:

Geology

Description:

In this course, students will learn how atoms combine to form minerals, the most basic elements of geology. Emphasis will be placed on the diagnostic physical properties of minerals and how those properties result from the microscopic arrangement of atoms in the crystal lattice. Labs will give students the opportunity to work in teams to use those diagnostic properties to identify and classify mineral samples. Includes a 2-hour weekly lab. Prerequisite: GEOL 110, CHEM 111 (may be taken concurrently). (4)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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