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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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GEO 316
Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
This course addresses the origin, emplacement, occurrence, and tectonic context of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Mineral and rock compositions and chemistry, textures, classifications, and phase relationships are studied. The principles of Optical Mineralogy and use of the petrographic microscope is emphasized in lecture and lab. Lab work utilizes the petrographic microscope and hand samples for rock and mineral descriptions and genetic interpretations. Laboratory
Units: 4.0
Prerequisites:
GEO 215 - Mineralogy