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406-407-408. Petrography. [Watson.]

10:30-11:30, M. T. W.

This course aims to give a full knowledge of the determination of the
common rock-forming minerals and rocks in thin sections under the microscope.
It includes discussion of the microscopic structure, mineralogical composition,
genetic relations, and distribution of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic
rocks. Lectures and preparation to the amount of six hours per week.
(Fall, Winter, Spring.)