GEOL 5600 - Theory Petrology

Institution:

University of Wyoming

Subject:

GEOL

Description:

Graphic and analytical techniques used to evaluate the genesis of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Principles of thermodynamics, activity-composition relations, and G-X diagrams will be reviewed. Igneous topics include: use of phase diagrams, heat and mass transfer, magma generation. Fluid rock equilibra and Schreinemakers' analysis will be used to evaluate the origin of metamorphic rocks. Prerequisites: GEOL 4490.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uwyo.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 766-1121

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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