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Thermodynamics Application to Metamorphic Petrology - Week 17 Day 1

Dr. Harel Thomas Petrology via YouTube

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Explore the application of thermodynamics to metamorphic petrology in this 24-minute lecture by Professor Dr. Harel Thomas from the Department of Applied Geology at Doctor Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya. Delve into the fundamental principles of thermodynamics and their relevance to understanding metamorphic processes in rocks. Learn how temperature, pressure, and chemical potential influence mineral assemblages and rock transformations. Gain insights into the use of thermodynamic calculations in determining equilibrium conditions and predicting phase diagrams for metamorphic systems. Suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate geology students, this lecture is part of an 18-week course on Metamorphic Petrology & Thermodynamics, offering a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between thermodynamics and metamorphic geology.

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W17D1-Thermodynamics Application to Metamorphic Petrology

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Dr. Harel Thomas Petrology

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