EAS 4540 Petrology and Geochemistry
NOT OFFERED THIS YEAR Spring. 3–4 credits. Prerequisite: EAS 4530. Offered alternate years; next offered 2010–2011. R. W. Kay.
Principles of phase equilibrium as applied to igneous and metamorphic systems. Distribution of trace elements and isotopes as used to define processes and chronologies. Kinetics, reaction pathways, and textural and mineralogical characterization. Geochemistry, origin, and dating of igneous and metamorphic rocks as applied the formation and evolution of the earth, terrestrial planets, and meteorites.