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Metamorphic Petrology - Types of Metamorphism, Protoliths, Textures, and Classification

GEO GIRL via YouTube

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This introductory course examines metamorphism, its regional, contact, burial, hydrothermal, impact, and dynamic settings, and the goals of metamorphic petrology. It also covers protoliths, primary and secondary textures, structural and compositional classification, and identifying common metamorphic rocks.

Syllabus

what is metamorphism?
types of metamorphism
why study metamorphic petrology?
determining protoliths of metamorphic rocks
primary vs secondary textures
sedimentary & igneous primary textures
static vs tectonic metamorphic textures
lineation vs foliation vs schistosity
metamorphic classification by structure
metamorphic classification by composition
upcoming videos & references

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GEO GIRL

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