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Petrogenesis of Metamorphic Rocks

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  • © 2002

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Authors:
  1. Kurt Bucher

    1. Institute of Mineralogy, Petrology and Geochemistry, University of Freiburg, Freiburg i. Br., Germany

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  2. Martin Frey
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  • Half of the chapters have been completely rewritten with new chapters addressing the involvement of granites.
  • New research results included
  • Large number of quantitative phase diagrams linking mineral assemblages in natural rocks to computed stability diagrams
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Table of contents (10 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages I-XV
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  2. Part I

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 1-1
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    2. Definition, Conditions and Types of Metamorphism

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 3-15

    3. Metamorphic Rocks

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 17-48

    4. Metamorphic Processes

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 49-104

    5. Metamorphic Grade

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 105-168

  3. Part II

    1. Front Matter

      Pages 169-169
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    2. Metamorphism of Ultramafic Rocks

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 171-195

    3. Metamorphism of Dolomites and Limestones

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 197-216

    4. Metamorphism of Pelitic Rocks (Metapelites)

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 217-258

    5. Metamorphism of Marls

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 259-277

    6. Metamorphism of Mafic Rocks

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 279-327

    7. Metamorphism of Granitoid Rocks

      • Kurt Bucher, Martin Frey
      Pages 329-334

  4. Back Matter

    Pages 335-341
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About this book

Metamorphic rocks make up the largest volume of the Earth. They systematically change their mineralogical composition as a result of tecto-thermal events. The outstanding feature of the 7th edition of this book is the large number of phase diagrams showing the stability relations among minerals and groups of minerals found in metamorphic rocks. The diagrams help to determine the pressure and temperature conditions under which a given collected set of metamorphic rocks may have formed. More than half of the chapters have been completely rewritten or revised. All figures have been edited and improved and recent advances in the field such as multiequilibria thermobarometry and pseudosections were incorporated in the text. The bibliography has been revised and extended, new research publications have also been included. Graduate students will find in depth information on the origin, significance and genesis of metamorphic rocks.

Reviews

From the reviews of the seventh edition:

"Petrogenesis of Metamorphic Rocks is, like the preceding six editions, a fine and important book. By and large, it is precise and accurate, clearly written, logically organized and well focused. It is suitable as a text for serious, no-nonsense, one-semester undergraduate course in metamorphic petrology … . ‘Winkler’s 7th’ is a suitable text for the graduate level." (Tomas Feininger, The Canadian Mineralogist, Vol. 40, 2003)

"This new edition of a classic text has packed in even more information than the previous editions. Extensive lists of up to date references, use of the most current data, and lists of currently available software and appropriate web sites add to the comprehensive content. … basic historical and scientific fundamentals are well covered and the very structured layout of the text makes basic information relatively easily to retrieve. … an excellent update to an excellent text." (Suzanne Miller, Geoscientist, Vol. 13 (9), 2003)

"Petrogenesis of Metamorphic Rocks has been written with the intention of giving senior level undergraduate and postgraduate students the practical knowledge and understanding needed to interpret metamorphic rocks … . Overall the book is well presented and up-to-date … . this is definitely one of the best texts available for advanced courses in metamorphic petrology, or for individuals wanting a modern reference text. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and I am sure I will use it as a source of information for teaching and research." (Ian Fitzsimons, The Australian Geologist, Issue 129, 2003)

Authors and Affiliations

  • Institute of Mineralogy, Petrology and Geochemistry, University of Freiburg, Freiburg i. Br., Germany

    Kurt Bucher

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