The principals of metal concentration and deposition in magmatic and hydrothermal environments are examined. Natural and experimental data, including fluid inclusion, stable isotope, metal solubility, mineral stability and metal partition behavior are used to develop genetic models for ore deposits, which form the basis of mineral exploration strategies. Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): Earth Sciences 2230A/B and 3370A/B. Corequisite(s): Pre-or Corequisite(s): Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, 0.5 course. back to top
