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GEOL 212 - Earth Mat & Geochem II

(3 units)
Petrology of the important rock types; rock identification and classification; phase equilibria; relationships between rock types and tectonics. Weekend field trips.

Prerequisite(s): GEOL 211 .

Units of Lecture: 2
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered: Every Spring
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to identify common sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks in hand sample.
2. Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of the key rock-forming processes.
3. Students will be able to understand and apply introductory geochemistry to petrologic study.


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