An Introduction to Metamorphic Petrology
Published on 8. May 1989
Book
Paperback/Softback
264 pages
978-0-582-30096-5 (ISBN)
Description
An introduction to the subject of metamorphic rocks to students with a general geology background. The text develops the basic principles to a level suitable for advanced undergraduates and postgraduate students.
Reviews / Votes
'at long last here is a textbook on metamorphic petrology that one can wholeheartedly recommend to undergraduate students . . . it should be essential reading.Mineralogical Society
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Harlow
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Pearson Education Limited
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 243 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
575 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-582-30096-5 (9780582300965)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
1. The concepts of metamorphism.
2. Chemical equilibrium in metamorphism.
3. Metamorphism of pelitic rocks.
4. Metamorphisms of basic igneous rocks.
5. Metamorphism of marbles and calc-silicate rocks.
6. Metamorphic textures and processes.
7. The relationships between regional metamorphism and tectonic processes.
2. Chemical equilibrium in metamorphism.
3. Metamorphism of pelitic rocks.
4. Metamorphisms of basic igneous rocks.
5. Metamorphism of marbles and calc-silicate rocks.
6. Metamorphic textures and processes.
7. The relationships between regional metamorphism and tectonic processes.