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Dynamics of the mantle and lithosphere
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:19:26
Abstract
The goal of this course is to obtain a detailed understanding of the physical properties, structure, and dynamical behavior of the mantle-lithosphere system, focusing mainly on Earth but also discussing how these processes occur differently in other terrestrial planets.
Objective
The goal of this course is to obtain a detailed understanding of the physical properties, structure, and dynamical behavior of the mantle-lithosphere system, focusing mainly on Earth but also discussing how these processes occur differently in other terrestrial planets.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise | Dynamics of the mantle and lithosphere |
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4 h weekly |
Offered In
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Major in Geophysics (Advisor of the major geophysics is Prof. E. Kissling.)
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Major in Geophysics: Electives (From the elective courses offered In spring and autumn semester of the third study year, 15 credits have to be acquired. In the autumn semester, the following block-courses of the MSc-Major "Geophysics" can be chosen:)
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