An Introduction to Metamorphic Petrology
Author | : Bruce W. D. Yardley |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 248 |
Release | : 1991 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Bruce W. D. Yardley |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 248 |
Release | : 1991 |
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Author | : B. W. D. Yardley |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 334 |
Release | : 2021 |
Genre | : Metamorphic rocks |
ISBN | : 9781108659550 |
This second edition is fully updated to include new developments in the study of metamorphism as well as enhanced features to facilitate course teaching. It integrates a systematic account of the mineralogical changes accompanying metamorphism of the major rock types with discussion of the conditions and settings in which they formed. The use of textures to understand metamorphic history and links to rock deformation are also explored. Specific chapters are devoted to rates and timescales of metamorphism and to the tectonic settings in which metamorphic belts develop. These provide a strong connection to other parts of the geology curriculum. Key thermodynamic and chemical concepts are introduced through examples which demonstrate their application and relevance. Richly illustrated in colour and featuring end-of-chapter and online exercises, this textbook is a comprehensive introduction to metamorphic rocks and processes for undergraduate students of petrology, and provides a solid basis for advanced study and research.
Author | : B. W. D. Yardley |
Publisher | : Longman Scientific and Technical |
Total Pages | : 272 |
Release | : 1989 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : |
Discusses the interpretation of mineral assemblages, how the metamorphic process affects different rocks, the limitations of different interpretive approaches, and the relationship of process and texture. Shows how it may be possible to deduce the tectonic settings in which ancient metamorphic rocks were formed, and describes textures that reflect reaction mechanisms and deformation. Acidic paper. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author | : Anthony Robert Philpotts |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 669 |
Release | : 2009-01-29 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0521880068 |
A textbook providing a quantitative approach to the petrologic principles of igneous and metamorphic rocks in a new edition.
Author | : R. H. Vernon |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 3 |
Release | : 2008-04-07 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 0521871786 |
This book offers a complete introduction to the study of metamorphic rocks.
Author | : B. Ronald Frost |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 367 |
Release | : 2019-10-10 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1108482511 |
A concise introduction to the mineralogy and petrology of igneous and metamorphic rocks for all Earth Science students.
Author | : Bruce Yardley |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 345 |
Release | : 2021-02-04 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1108694659 |
This second edition is fully updated to include new developments in the study of metamorphism as well as enhanced features to facilitate course teaching. It integrates a systematic account of the mineralogical changes accompanying metamorphism of the major rock types with discussion of the conditions and settings in which they formed. The use of textures to understand metamorphic history and links to rock deformation are also explored. Specific chapters are devoted to rates and timescales of metamorphism and to the tectonic settings in which metamorphic belts develop. These provide a strong connection to other parts of the geology curriculum. Key thermodynamic and chemical concepts are introduced through examples which demonstrate their application and relevance. Richly illustrated in colour and featuring end-of-chapter and online exercises, this textbook is a comprehensive introduction to metamorphic rocks and processes for undergraduate students of petrology, and provides a solid basis for advanced study and research.
Author | : B. Ronald Frost |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 321 |
Release | : 2014 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1107027543 |
Concise introductory textbook on the petrology of igneous and metamorphic rocks for one-semester courses. Topics are organized around the types of rocks to expect in tectonic environments, rather than around rock classifications. Application boxes engage students by showing how petrology connects to wider aspects of geology. Includes end-of-chapter exercises.
Author | : Swapan Kumar Haldar |
Publisher | : Elsevier |
Total Pages | : 437 |
Release | : 2020-07-29 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0323851363 |
Introduction to Mineralogy and Petrology, second edition, presents the essentials of both disciplines through an approach accessible to industry professionals, academic researchers, and students alike. This new edition emphasizes the relationship between rocks and minerals, right from the structures created during rock formation through the economics of mineral deposits. While petrology is classified on the lines of geological evolution and rock formation, mineralogy speaks to the physical and chemical properties, uses, and global occurrences for each mineral, emphasizing the need for the growth of human development. The primary goal is for the reader to identify minerals in all respects, including host-rocks, and mineral deposits, with additional knowledge of mineral-exploration, resource, extraction, process, and ultimate use. To help provide a comprehensive analysis across ethical and socio-economic dimensions, a separate chapter describes the hazards associated with minerals, rocks, and mineral industries, and the consequences to humanity along with remedies and case studies. New to the second edition: includes coverage of minerals and petrology in extra-terrestrial environments as well as case studies on the hazards of the mining industry. Addresses the full scope of core concepts of mineralogy and petrology, including crystal structure, formation and grouping of minerals and soils, definition, origin, structure and classification of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks Features more than 250 figures, illustrations and color photographs to vividly explore the fundamental principles of mineralogy and petrology Offers a holistic approach to both subjects, beginning with the formation of geologic structures that is followed by the hosting of mineral deposits and the exploration and extraction of lucrative, usable products that improve the health of global economies Includes new content on minerals and petrology in extraterrestrial environments and case studies on hazards in the mining industry
Author | : Cornelius Gillen |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 183 |
Release | : 2012-12-06 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9401159785 |
This book is about metamorphic rocks: the processes involved in their formation and the reasons why they occur at particular places on the continents. It has been written to serve as an elementary text on the subjects of metamorphism and mountain building for non-specialist stu dents of geology. It will be equally useful where geology is either the main or subsidiary subject and could be used by students intending to advance further in geology (the list of advanced texts in the further reading section would be more appropriate to such students). My inten tion in writing this book has been to try to dispel the notion that metamorphism comprises the 'haunted wing' of geology. Admittedly, there are rather a large number of technical terms in the book, but I hope that after working through it you will not find metamorphism an unduly difficult or obscure aspect of geology. Throughout, I have emphasised the strong links between mountain building, plate tectonics and metamorphic processes. The book introduces metamorphic rocks by considering their textures and field relations, then moves on to deal with the factors controlling metamorphism. Case studies of areas of metamorphic rocks are then presented in the context of modern theories of the Earth's activity, and the place of metamorphic rocks in the formation of ancient and young mountain belts is analysed. New technical terms and concepts are explained in context as they are introduced, important terms being emphasised in bold print.