Geosciences 222 - Petrology

Petrology

Fall
2025
01
5.00
Sarah Mazza

TU TH 9:25 AM - 10:40 AM

Smith College
GEO-222-01-202601
Sabin-Reed 101
smazza@smith.edu
An examination of typical igneous and metamorphic rocks in the laboratory and in the field in search of clues to their formation. Lab work emphasizes the microscopic study of rocks in thin sections. The course normally includes a weekend field trip (e.g. Cape Ann or Vermont) which is an important part of the course. Prerequisite: GEO 108 or (any GEO 100-level course and GEO 102 (may be concurrent)); and GEO 221, or equivalent. Enrollment limited to 18.
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.

Must take Laboratory, Lecture

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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