Most commonly, rock and mineral samples are prepared as thin sections or grain mounts for study in the laboratory with a petrographic microscope. Crystallography 1 ens 2110 mineralogy tulane university. Optical properties of common minerals select one of the minerals listed below to get a summary of the optical data and view representative plane light and crossed polar images. Introduction to optical mineralogy internet archive. Downs department of geosciences, university of arizona 1040 east 4th street tucson, arizona 857210077, u. Also describes transmitted light petrography in the identification and familiarization with major rock forming minerals in grain mounts and thin section. The fourth edition of introduction to optical mineralogy has been thoroughly revised and updated to increase reading comprehension and improve the clarity of its illustrations. The exercises linked to the classes below are all cooperative learning exercises, except for the private mineral project. Physical properties of minerals i lecture notes figures. The optical properties depend on the manner that visible light is transmitted through the crystal, and thus are dependent on crystal structure. Presently, xrays and electron microscopes are in use as a result of experiments advanced by bragg 1890 1971. Review questions optical mineralogy refer to n nesse the following are examples of the kinds of questions that you should be able to answer readily. Igneous petrology cheat sheet 1 imperial college london.
Schulze, oxford university press, incorporated, 2004, 0195222x, 97801952229, 348 pages. Raman spectra on the mineral spectroscopy server have now been placed with the rruff project, a project under the direction of professor robert downs at the university of arizona, in collaboration with caltech mineralogy. I recommend you print the pdf version of this file and get started. What is the relation between velocity, wavelength, and frequency for light. The first great development in the 20 th century came as a result of experiments made to determine how crystals can affect xrays. To read them on your browser you will need to get the free acrobat reader plugin from adobe systems. Mineralogical society of america, 708 pp, isbn 9780939950812. The purpose of this book is to serve the needs of students in learning the procedures and theory required to use the petrographic microscope. Numerous caltech infrared atr spectra of minerals are also being placed on this site. Choose from used and new textbooks or get instant access with etextbooks and digital materials.
Some prismatic to columnar crystals are found with a simple hexagonal cross section. Lets work together for a fun and informative semester. Mineralogy lecture notes online these notes are saved in adobe acrobat portable document format pdf. Topics covered include criteria for the classification of igneous rocks, field identification of minerals present in hand sample, thin section examination and chemical analysis.
This is a standard reference covering structure, chemistry, occurrences, and optical properties for the more common minerals. Nelson inosilicates pyroxenes and amphiboles inosilicates single chain silicates the single chain silicates have a basic structural unit consisting of linked sio4 tetrahedra that each share 2 of their. Mineralogical society of america mineralogy, petrology. Colberg, southern utah university nesse has the most detailed descriptions of the optical properties of rockforming minerals of any book around. Catharines, ontario, has a complete set of lecture notes for a course in optical mineralogy online. Optical mineralogy is the study of minerals and rocks by measuring their optical properties. The pdf portable document format versions of the lecture notes are optimized for printing. Optical mineralogy is the study of minerals by measuring their optical properties. Hazen geophysical laboratory, carnegie institution of washington 5251 broad branch road nw washington, dc 20015, u. Light, light wave theory, types of materials with respect to light refreaction and reflection, isotropic and anisotropic materials the polarising microscope optical properties under polarized light optical properties under crosspolarized light indicatrix accessory plates. August 28, 2017 for this course you will need to know the chemical formula of the common minerals as listed here. Mineralogy and optical mineralogy is available in print as a full color paperback, in electronic form pdf as both the complete text and as individual chapters, as well as individual chapters for ipad and mac on ibooks. Nesses introduction to optical mineralogy is one of the best books ever written on this topic. Introduction to optical mineralogy book by william d.
Mineralogy on the www here are a few web sites that deal with mineralogy. Crystals are translucent to more rarely transparent. Optical mineralogy lecture notes by brock university file type. There are a variety of keys based on physical and optical data available at this site. This webpage provides a compilation of online instructional resources and teaching activities related to optical mineralogy and petrography. Introduction to optical mineralogy by william d nesse alibris. We are actively preparing for online teaching and monitoring developments related to the coronavirus covid19. David vaughan the university of manchester manchester, uk 1 dyar md, gunter me, tasa d 2008 mineralogy and optical mineralogy. University of british columbia earth and ocean sciences image collection collections of slides relating to various aspects of geology, including mineralogy and petrology.
Optical mineralogy is used to identify the mineralogical composition of geological materials in order to help reveal their origin and evolution. Na description this note explains the properties of light and its interaction with mineral grains. Most of the exercises are started during class but require groups to continue working on them outside of normal class time. Good coverage of the topic, including the thermodynamics behind the subject. It presents the important traditional content of mineralogy including crystallography, chemical bonding, controls on mineral structure, mineral stability, and crystal growth to provide a foundation. Geology 311 mineralogy and optics w e l c o m e t o g e o l o g y 3 1 1 m i n e r a l o g y a n d o p t i c s. Place the plugin in the plugins folder in your netscape folder and restart netscape. September 18, 2017 a revised version of the syllabus is now posted.
Optical mineralogy earth sciences brock university. Jings senior year thesis introduction to mineralogy science education video songs by local musicians. University course in mineralogy and crystal chemistry. Buy introduction to optical mineralogy by william d nesse online at alibris. Chemistry and structure of minerals lecture notes figures. It emphasizes realworld applications and an outsidein approach as well as the history and human side of mineralogy.
This comprehensive text is useful for undergraduate students in a wide range of mineralogy courses. I recommend you print the pdf version of this file and get started right away. Eens 2110 web page at pdf versions of the lecture notes and powerpoinnt presentations will be available on canvas. If your web browser has the proper plugin installed, clicking on the pdf will bring the file into your web browser from which you can then print the notes. The minerals represent those covered in optical mineralogy ersc 2p22 with the remainder being introduced in igneous and metamorphic petrology ersc 3p21. Left search window on the dvd mineral database allows users to search for minerals by their physical and optical properties and right list of minerals. Identification tables for common minerals in thin section john faithful, hunterian museum, university of glasgow.
Tulane s school of science and engineering is committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Chemical properties of minerals lecture notes figures. This studentoriented text is written in a casual, jargonfree style to present a modern introduction to mineralogy. The concept of the optical indicatrix is important as a visual means of looking at the way refractive index varies with direction in a substance. However, it is unlikely that the quiz will have questions exactly like those given below. Oct 21, 2012 jings senior year thesis introduction to mineralogy science education video songs by local musicians. Slides borrowedadapted from jane selverstone university of new mexico and john winter whitman college. In addition to containing descriptions of optical properties for over 450 minerals, it has a easy to use system of tabels which crossreference and compare the optical properties of the minerals. Optical mineralogy mickey gunter, university of idaho.
Fundamental science of earth materials lecture notes fall, 1995 profs. The exercises linked to the classes below are all cooperative learning exercises, except for. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Nesse continues his detailed discussions of the petrographic microscope, the nature and properties of light, and the behavior of light in isotropic and anisotropic minerals, with detailed coverage of. Nelson introduction and symmetry operations this page last updated on 28aug20 mineralogy definition of a mineral a mineral is a naturally occurring homogeneous solid with a definite but not generally fixed chemical composition and a highly ordered atomic arrangement, usually formed by an inorganic process. This course is an introduction to fundamental mineralogy and mineralogical principles. Optical mineralogy and petrography serc carleton college. University of toronto foldoutcount 0 identifier introductiontoop00ness identifierark ark.
Diagrams explaining the physical principles behind optical mineralogy are available, as well as photomicrographs illustrating many of the points discussed. Introduction to mineralogy consolidates much of the material now covered in traditional mineralogy and optical mineralogy courses and focuses on describing. Jan 24, 2014 introduction to optical mineralogy book by william d. We will keep it updated so you should visit this page on a regular basis. For undergraduate courses in mineralogy or courses that combine mineralogy and petrology. Course notes on optical mineralogy can be found in both html and pdf formats on the tulane university geology dept. Nesse online download introduction to optical mineralogy ebook free type.
Tulane university petrology lecture notes collection. Introduction to mineralogy not only provides specific knowledge about minerals but also helps students develop the intellectual tools essential for a solid, scientific education. Nelson inosilicates pyroxenes and amphiboles inosilicates single chain silicates the single chain silicates have a basic structural unit consisting of linked sio4 tetrahedra that each share 2 of their oxygens in such a way as to build long chains of sio4. It contains valuable coverage of the optical properties of minerals, as well as uptodate descriptions of common rockforming minerals. Stephen nelson, tulane university, has a concise summary of much of the material we. Origin of elements and compositionstructure of the earth lecture notes figures. Nelson biaxial minerals this document last updated on 27oct2014 all minerals that crystallize in the orthorhombic, monoclinic, or triclinic crystal systems are biaxial. Introduction to optical mineralogy oxford university press. I was behind on tulane coursework and actually used uclas materials to help me move forward and get everything together on time. Greg finn became viceprovost and associate vicepresident, academic in september 2007. In the second edition the book has been updated and there has been a number of changes.
Society for the advancement of mineralogy, crystallography, geochemistry, and petrology, and promotion of their uses in other sciences, industry, and the arts. This document last updated on 29nov2011 eens 2110 mineralogy tulane university prof. This is an ideal textbook for both advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Study guide for the 1 st exam crystallography and optical mineralogy. Biaxial crystals have 2 optic axes, and this distinguishes biaxial crystals from uniaxial crystals. Naturally occurring, inorganic, solid, orderly crystalline structure. Petrology of igneous and metamorphic rocks gly 4310c. Optical mineralogy course notes from tulane university. Igneous petrology cheat sheet 5 lustre is mostly greasy to dull in weathered specimens. This was necessary because the first day of class was cancelled. Department of earth and environmental sciences tulane university office of the registrar 110 gibson hall 6823 st. Be sure you can provide an exact and thorough definition. Mineralogy is a subject of geology specializing in the scientific study of chemistry, crystal structure, and physical including optical properties of minerals and mineralized artifacts.
Nelson properties of light and examination of isotropic substances this document last updated on 17oct2014 the optical properties of crystals are, next to xray diffraction and direct chemical analyses, the most reliable properties available to distinguish and identify minerals. Introduction to optical mineralogy by william d nesse. Geoe 2 mineralogy middle east technical university. Since minerals are the basic building blocks of earth materials, this. Examples of questions on this material that could be asked on the exam. These lecture notes are part of a series of lectures available on the geology department website at tulane university. Introduction to mineralogy consolidates much of the material now covered in traditional mineralogy and optical mineralogy courses and focuses on describing minerals within their geologic context. Buy introduction to mineralogy by william d nesse online at alibris. The science of mineralogy the science of mineralogy is the study of the physics and chemistry of natural, solid, crystalline materials. Ndsu geosciences petrology 422622 petrology, petrography.
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