Why Measure 17O? Historical Perspective, Triple-Isotope Systematics and Selected Applications
Mineralogical Society of America via YouTube
Overview
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Explore the significance of 17O measurements in geochemistry through this 27-minute conference talk from the Mineralogical Society of America's Short Course on Triple Oxygen Isotope Geochemistry. Delve into the historical perspective, triple-isotope systematics, and selected applications presented by Martin Miller, with contributions from Andreas Pack. Gain insights into mass-independent isotope fractionation, sentinel enrichment, and the rock record. Examine mass fractionation laws, parallel relationships, and delta 180 accuracy. Learn about standards, waters, and their origins in this comprehensive overview of oxygen isotope geochemistry. Conclude with a Q&A session to further enhance understanding of this crucial topic in mineralogical research.
Syllabus
Intro
Mass Independent Isotope Fractionation
Mass Independent Sentinel Enrichment
The Rock Record
Mass Fractionation Laws
Parallel Relationship
Delta 180
Accuracy
Standards
Waters
Origin
Questions
Taught by
Mineralogical Society of America