An introduction to earth processes, physical geology includes the study of the formation of common rocks, minerals and economic mineral deposits, the structure of the earth's interior, and geological processes that create the surface landscape. Human and environmental hazards are also examined. Laboratory work includes the study of rocks, minerals, topographic maps, landforms, and geologic maps. Field trips may also be required.

Prerequisites: (Students are expected to have had adequate high school preparation in algebra, trigonometry, and chemistry). Required of majors in the Earth-Space Sciences.

Field Trip Photos - special thanks to Wayne Lehman, Bill Reichert, Megan Blackman and Lehigh Anthracite (John Hadesty and Matthew Uroskie)

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