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Apr 18, 2024
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2021-2022 SDSM&T Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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GEOL 444/544 Orogenic SystemsCredits: (3-0) 3
Explores how plate tectonic forces contribute to form mountains with a strong emphasis on modern advances in understanding. Topics to be covered include driving mechanisms for plates, rock deformation, isostasy, geochronology, large-scale features of orogens, evolution of orogens, lateral spreading of orogens, channel flow in the crust, magmatic systems, deep structure, and mountain support.
Prerequisites: GEOL 322/322L Notes: Students enrolled in GEOL 544 will be held to a higher standard than GEOL 444.
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