Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : ER6005 : Applied Isotop geology { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Dr. Sayantan Chakraborty
Syllabus
Nuclear systematics Decay mechanisms of radionuclides atoms Radioactive Decay and radiogenic growth
Geochronometry Isotope systematics of Rb-Sr, K-Ar, Sm-Nd, U-Th-Pb, Re-Os in igneous, metamorphic, sedimentary and ores and in evolution of ocean crust and mantle
Fission track dating
Stable isotopes of oxygen, hydrogen, carbon and sulphur
Fractionation of stable isotopes
Applications of isotopes in petrogenesis, mineral-petroleum exploration, paleo-climate and environmental studies
Course Objectives
- To acquire knowledge on radiogenic and stable isotopic systems and principles.
- To get experience in age determination or rocks and minerals
- To know how these systems are applied to various geological products and environments.
Course Outcomes
The knowledge on different isotopic systematics, and how can they be used in different geological scenarios.
Essential Reading
- G. Faure, T.M. Mensing, Isotopes: Principles and Applications, Wiley , 3rd Edition, 2009
- J. Hoefs, Stable Isotope Geochemistry, Springer , 6th Edition, 2009
Supplementary Reading
- C. J. Allègre, Isotope Geology, Cambridge University Press , 2008
- Z. Sharp, Principles of Stable Isotope Geochemistry, Prentice Hall , 1st Edition, 2006