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ERTH 4340 - Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology

Introduction to the observation and interpretation of igneous and metamorphic rocks in outcrop, hand sample, and thin sections. Processes of melting, solidification and migration of magmas; solid state recrystallization and pressure-temperature histories. Heat flow and regional crustal dynamics. Laboratory and field trips required.

Prerequisite: ERTH 2330  and ERTH 2140 

When Offered: SPRING TERM, EVEN YEARS

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 4


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