An introduction to metamorphic petrology

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An introduction to metamorphic petrology

Bruce W.D. Yardley

(Longman earth science series)

Longman Scientific & Technical , Wiley, 1989

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Metamorphic petrology

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Bibliography: p. [223]-237

Includes index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

An introduction to the subject of metamorphic rocks to students with a general geology background. The text develops the basic principles to a level suitable for advanced undergraduates and postgraduate students.

Table of Contents

1. The concepts of metamorphism. 2. Chemical equilibrium in metamorphism. 3. Metamorphism of pelitic rocks. 4. Metamorphisms of basic igneous rocks. 5. Metamorphism of marbles and calc-silicate rocks. 6. Metamorphic textures and processes. 7. The relationships between regional metamorphism and tectonic processes.

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Details

  • NCID
    BA07070788
  • ISBN
    • 0470211962
    • 0582300967
  • LCCN
    88018734
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Harlow, Essex, England,New York
  • Pages/Volumes
    xii, 248 p.
  • Size
    25 cm
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