Petrogenesis of Metamorphic Rocks - Brossura

 
9783540575672: Petrogenesis of Metamorphic Rocks

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This revised edition contains numerous diagrams showing the stability relations among minerals found in metamorphic rocks. Part 1 explains basic principles of metamorphism, introduces metamorphic processes and geologic thermobarometry, and defines metamorphic grade. Part 2 presents in a systematic way mineralogical changes and assemblages found in the most common types of rocks. The computation of the diagrams is based on recent advances in quantitative petrology and geochemistry.

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Contenuti

I Basic Principles.- 1 Definition, Limits and Types of Metamorphism.- 2 Metamorphic Rocks.- 3 Metamorphic Process.- 4 Metamorphic Grade.- II Metamorphism of Different Rock Compositions.- 5 Metamorphism of Ultramafic Rocks.- 6 Metamorphism of Dolomites and Limestones.- 7 Metamorphism of Pelitic Rocks (Metapelites).- 8 Metamorphism of Marls.- 9 Metamorphism of Mafic Rocks.- 10 Metamorphism of Granitoids.- Appendix: Symbols for Rock-Forming Minerals.

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