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Geology - Mountains

Offered By: Earth and Space Sciences X via YouTube

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Geology Courses Volcanoes Courses Rock Cycle Courses Subduction Zones Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of mountain formation in this comprehensive lecture video. Delve into the origins of volcanoes, discover how most continental mountain belts originate in the oceans, and examine the intricate relationship between faults, folds, joints, and the rock cycle. Investigate several famous mountain ranges and learn about current theories on their formation. Gain a deep understanding of key geological concepts such as orogenesis, cratons, subduction zones, trenches, flat slabs, and various arc regions. Examine the processes behind island arc mountain building, Andes mountain building, and the formation of batholiths and Alpine mountains. This capstone lecture for beginning geology students offers an in-depth exploration of mountain geology, serving as an essential resource for those interested in Earth's dynamic processes.

Syllabus

Introduction
Definition
Orogenesis
Cratons
Volcanoes
Subduction Zones
Trench
Flat Slab
Four Arc Region
Blueshift
Back Arc
Island Arc Mountain Building
Andes Mountain Building
Batholiths
Alpine Mountains


Taught by

Earth and Space Sciences X

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