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Analytical Methods in Petrology and Geology

Lecturers: Dr. Eric Reusser, Prof. Dr. Stefano Bernasconi, Dr. Marcel Guillong, Lydia Zehnder, Dr. Julien Allaz
Examiners: Dr. Eric Reusser, Prof. Dr. Stefano Bernasconi, Lydia Zehnder, Dr. Julien Allaz
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Abstract

Practical work in analytical chemistry for Earth science students.

Objective

Knowledge of some analytical methods used in Earth sciences.

Content

Introduction to analytical chemistry and atom physics. X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence analysis (XRF), Electron Probe Microanalysis (EPMA), Laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectroscopy (LA-ICP-MS), Mass spectroscopy for light isotopes.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Short handouts for each analytical method.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
Evaluation of the laboratory reports.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Analytical Methods in Petrology and Geology
Introductory lecture in the first week of the semester followed by lab exercises in different labs (in the NO-building) during the first half of the semester.
  • Thu 14:15-18:00 (CHN C 14)
28 h semesterly

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