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

GEO GIRL via YouTube

Overview

This course on metamorphic petrology covers the following learning outcomes and goals: understanding metamorphism, different types of metamorphism, determining protoliths, recognizing primary and secondary textures, distinguishing between static and tectonic metamorphic textures, identifying lineations, foliations, and schistosity, and classifying metamorphic rocks by structure and composition. The course teaches students how to analyze metamorphic rocks and gain insights into their formation processes. The teaching method involves a video lecture format with detailed explanations and examples. The intended audience for this course includes geology enthusiasts, students, teachers, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of metamorphic rocks and their classification.

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

Taught by

GEO GIRL

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