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Calvin University Course Info
Grand Rapids, Michigan
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GEO 215
Mineralogy
A study of minerals and crystal structures with an emphasis on the silicates. The composition, crystal symmetry, and geologic occurrence of minerals are discussed along with mineral structures, chemistry, mineral associations, and mineral genesis. Crystal morphology and mineral identification are important topics, especially in lab. Laboratory
Units: 4.0
Prerequisites:
CHEM 103 - General Chemistry I
and
GEO 120 - Earth Systems
or
GEO 153 - Big Sky Geology: Montana Field Experience
or
GEO 151 - Introduction to Geology