EAS 4580

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EAS 4580
Volcanology

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Covers causes of volcanism, melting in the Earth, and the origin of magmas. Physical volcanology, nature, and types of volcanic eruptions and associated deposits, and eruption mechanisms. Volcanic plumbing systems, magma chamber processes, evolution of magma. Volcanism and impact phenomena in the solar system. Volcanic hazard assessment and volcano monitoring. Ore deposits associated with volcanism.

When Offered Fall.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 16437 EAS 4580   LEC 001

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