EPSC 561. Ore-forming Processes.
Credits: 3
Offered by: Earth & Planetary Sciences (Faculty of Science)
Terms offered: Winter 2026
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Description
Physicochemical controls of hydrothermal mineral deposition. Discussion of fluid inclusion theory and application; stable isotope systematics, wall-rock alteration; ore mineral solubility and speciation; and mechanisms of mineral deposition.
- Winter
- 3 hours seminar
- Prerequisite: One course in ore petrology (EPSC 451 or EPSC 452) or equivalent, or permission of instructor