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GEOL130 PO - Carbonates through Geologic Time

When Offered: Offered alternate years; next offered spring 2019.
Instructor(s): R. Gaines
Credit: 1

Limestones and related carbonate rocks lie at the intersection of tectonic processes, the climate system, and the biosphere. They play a critical role in Earth’s carbon cycle, in climate changes over long timescales, and in the history of life on Earth. This course will investigate the Earth systems processes that lead to the origin of carbonate sediments and explore the environments of their deposition. In addition, significant emphasis will be given to the geologic record of carbonates and their role in Earth systems evolution. Students will engage in hands-on lab inquiry, lead seminar-style discussions, and participate in field trips. Prerequisites: GEOL 015 PO  or any version of a GEOL020 PO course. Letter grade only.
Satisfies the following General Education Requirement(s), subject to conditions explained in the Degree Requirements section of this Catalog:
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