GEL 320 - OPTICAL MINERALOGY

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Geology

Description:

The unique interactions between crystals and light allow the use of specialized microscopes for the study of rocks and minerals. This course investigates these fascinating phenomena and applies them toward the microscopic determination of minerals and their intergrowths. Projects focus on basic mineral identification and application of that data toward solving basic petrology problems.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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