Principles of Metamorphic Petrology

This book offers a complete introduction to the study of metamorphic rocks.

R. H. Vernon (Author), G. L. Clarke (Author)

9780521871785, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 7 April 2008

478 pages, 277 b/w illus. 16 colour illus.
26 x 18.2 x 3.3 cm, 1.13 kg

'This is a book to read and a book to keep as a reference. It is a must-have for every student of tectonics.' EOS, Transactions, American Geophysical Union

Principles of Metamorphic Petrology provides an introduction to ideas, techniques and approaches in the study of metamorphic rocks. The book begins with basic concepts, but advances further than most other metamorphic petrology texts. Examples of this include the latest chemographic approaches, the correct use of pseudosections and the application of x-ray compositional mapping to metamorphic problems. It also covers advances in thermobarometry and the application of modern geochronological techniques to the absolute timing of tectonometamorphic events. Determination of parent rocks is covered in detail and there is a modern exposition of partial melting reactions, melt extraction and deformation of migmatites. The book includes a large number of references to lead students into independent investigation. A valuable text for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in metamorphic petrology, that serves as a reference for researchers and exploration geologists.

Preface
1. Metamorphic processes
2. Metamorphic conditions - thermobarometry and chemography
3. Tectonothermal history of metamorphic terranes
4. Partial melting during high-grade metamorphism
5. Fluids and metasomatism
6. Tectonic structures of metamorphic rocks
7. Parent rocks
References
Index.

Subject Areas: Mineralogy & gems [PNV]