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GEOL0301A-F16

Plate Tectonics- World Geology

Plate Tectonics and World Geology
Tectonics refers to the many processes associated with development of regional-scale geologic features. These features include the origin and evolution of mountain belts, the growth of continents and ocean basins, and the causes of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The challenge of tectonic analysis lies in the accumulation and synthesis of a wide range of geologic information in an attempt to reconstruct the tectonic history of a particular region. An overnight weekend field trip towards the end of the semester will introduce students firsthand to the tectonic elements of the Appalachians. 3 hrs. lect.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92506
Subject Code:
GEOL
Course Number:
0301
Section Identifier:
A

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GEOL 0301

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Fall 2016

GEOL0301A-F16 Lecture (Amidon)