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GEOL 3140 - Sedimentary Petrology

Institution:
Clemson University
Subject:
Geology
Description:
Origin, composition, and texture of sediments and sedimentary rocks, including both siliciclastic and chemical varieties. Interpretation of tectonic settings, depositional systems, facies relationships, and diagenesis. Laboratory involves description and classification of hand specimens and thin sections and analytical methods. Includes Honors sections. Preq: GEOL 2050. Coreq: GEOL 3141.
Credits:
3.00
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Phone Number:
(864) 656-4636
Regional Accreditation:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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