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Major Overview for Geochemistry and Petrology

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Overview for Geochemistry and Petrology

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the igneous, metamorphic, and hydrothermal processes within the earth and the mineral, fluid, rock, and ore deposits resulting from them. Includes instruction in mineralogy, crystallography, petrology, volcanology, economic geology, meteoritics, geochemical reactions, deposition, compound transformation, core studies, theoretical geochemistry, computer applications, and laboratory studies.

Careers for Geochemistry and Petrology Majors

A major in Geochemistry and Petrology is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Geochemistry and Petrology

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