Principles of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
Cambridge University Press
Edition: 2, 1/29/2009
EAN 9780521880060, ISBN10: 0521880068
Hardcover, 684 pages, 27.6 x 21.9 x 3.4 cm
Language: English
This textbook provides a basic understanding of the formative processes of igneous and metamorphic rock through quantitative applications of simple physical and chemical principles. The book encourages a deeper comprehension of the subject by explaining the petrologic principles rather than simply presenting the student with petrologic facts and terminology. Assuming knowledge of only introductory college-level courses in physics, chemistry, and calculus, it lucidly outlines mathematical derivations fully and at an elementary level, and is ideal for intermediate and advanced courses in igneous and metamorphic petrology. The end-of-chapter quantitative problem sets facilitate student learning by working through simple applications. They also introduce several widely-used thermodynamic software programs for calculating igneous and metamorphic phase equilibria and image analysis software. With over 350 illustrations, this revised edition contains valuable new material on the structure of the Earth's mantle and core, the properties and behaviour of magmas, recent results from satellite imaging, and more.
Preface
1. Introduction
2. Physical properties of magma
3. Intrusion of magma
4. Forms of igneous bodies
5. Cooling of igneous bodies and other diffusion processes
6. Classification of igneous rocks
7. Introduction to thermodynamics
8. Free energy and phase equilibria
9. Thermodynamics of solutions
10. Phase equilibria in igneous systems
11. Effects of volatiles on melt equilibria
12. Crystal growth
13. Isotope geochemistry related to petrology
14. Magmatic processes
15. Igneous rock associations
16. Metamorphism and metamorphic facias
17. Deformation and textures of metamorphic rocks
18. Graphic analysis of metamorphic mineral assemblages
19. Geothermometry, geobarometry, and mineral reactions among solid solutions
20. Mineral reactions involving H2O and CO2
21. Material transport during metamorphism
22. Pressure-temperature-time paths and heat transfer during metamorphism
23. Origin of rocks
References
Index.
'It emphasises principles rather than facts. The end-of-chapter problems for students are excellent.' Tim Lutz, University of Pennsylvania
'I am very pleased to see the quality of this text. It will definitely be the best undergraduate petrology text when it appears on the shelf. You have a winner.' C. Page Chamberlain, Dartmouth College
'The presentation is clear and concise, the illustrations extremely useful … Of great utility are the problems at the end of each chapter … This is a fantastic book.' Steven R. Bohlen, President of Joint Oceanographic Institutions
'… a volume which will likely be well thumbed and littered with 'stickies' and other place markers by students and professors alike … a 'must-have' for any self-respecting petrologist …' Elements
'I eagerly anticipated the second edition that included Jay Ague as coauthor to complement Philpotts' expertise in igneous petrology. My high expectations were not disappointed. … Will … be remembered as the first to put transport theory into the teaching of petrology.' American Journal of Science