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Earth Sciences
ERTH 4400.03
Advanced Metamorphic Petrology
This class deals with selected topics in metamorphism and microtectonics, chosen to reflect current topics of interest in the disciplines and/or specific interests of participants. The focus is on the interaction of metamorphism and deformation, and on the constraints provided by microstructural and metamorphic data on tectonic processes in general. Examples of topics that might be covered include: porphyroblast-matrix relationships in matamorphic rocks; quantitative P-T methods in metamorphism; geochronology of metamorphic rocks; construction and interpretation of metamorphic P-T-t paths; intracrystalline deformation, recrystallisation, and deformation mechanisms in some common rock-forming minerals; origin and interpretation of lattice-preferred orientatin; natural microgauges. The class is offered as number warrant (4 students minimum). It is suitable for students who are doing honours or graduate work in the general areas of metamorphic and/or structural geology and/or tectonics.
FORMAT: Lecture 3 hours
PREREQUISITES: ERTH 3020.03, ERTH 3140.03 or permission of the Instructors
CROSS-LISTINGS: ERTH 5400.03
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