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651-4055-00L 3 Credits MSC D-ERDW
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Analytical methods in petrology and geology

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Eric Reusser, Dr. Heinrich Baur, Prof. em. Dr. Gretchen Bernasconi-Green, Prof. Dr. Detlef Günther, Dr. Marcel Guillong
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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

Divers 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
  • Thu 13:15-17:00 (CAB H 56)
4 h weekly

Offered In

  • Earth Sciences Master
    • Major in Geology and Geochemistry
      • 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))
      • Electives (Elective courses from the entire choice of ETHZ and UZH courses, in agreement with the MSc committee)