Introduction to Geology

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Study of Planet Earth, its origin, structure, composition and the forces whichshape its surface. Plate tectonics provides framework for understandingprocesses of volcanism, mountain building and earthquakes. External forcessuch as glaciers, streams and ocean waves are examined in order to interpretthe landscape. Laboratories include studies of minerals, rocks, maps,photographs and other materials used by geologists to study the earth. Somefieldwork required. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE Natural Sciences. (3 hrs. lecture, 2hrs. laboratory) Prerequisite: MAT007 or equivalent.