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Microscopy of rocks

Mikroskopie der Gesteine

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Neil Mancktelow, Prof. em. Dr. Wilfried Winkler, Prof. Dr. Max W. Schmidt
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:19:26

Abstract

Use of the polarizing microscope to indentify minerals and to give a rock its proper name. Application of the main optical properties to recognize and name the common rock-forming minerals and structures in magmatic, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Mikroskopie der Gesteine
Findet in der ersten Semsterhälfte mit 4h/Woche statt.
  • Tue 10:15-12:00 (CAB E 61)
  • Thu 10:15-12:00 (CAB E 61)
2 h weekly

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