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Reflected light microscopy and ore deposits practical
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Abstract
Introduction to reflected light microscopy. Use of the microscope. Identification of opaque minerals through the used of tables.Description of textures and paragenetic sequences.Given Participants should attend in parallel with Ore Deposits I (651-4037-00L).
Objective
Recognition of the most important ore minerals in polished section, interpretation of mineral textures in geologcal context
Content
Introduction to reflected light microscopy as a petrographic technique. Leaning main diagnstic criteria. Study of small selection of important and characteristic minerals. Interpreting polished (thin) sections as exercise
Resources
Lecture Notes
To be handed out in class
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
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Reflected light microscopy and ore deposits practical
Beginn 13.15 Uhr
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4 h weekly |
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Compulsory Courses (A total of 21 ECTS have to be completed as follows: 6KP have be chosen from the microcopy courses (see study guide) 3KP have to be acquired from the analytical methods (see study guide) 2KP from the offer of GESS courses and the resting 10 ECTS are obligatory courses (see study guide))
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Electives (Elective courses from the entire choice of ETHZ and UZH courses, in agreement with the MSc committee)
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Electives (Elective courses from the entire choice of ETHZ and UZH courses, in agreement with the MSc committee)
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