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Subject: Applied Geochemistry
Scholarity:
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2/0/3;
3.0 UC; 4th year / 1st semester.
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Objectives:
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Introduction
to theorectical principles of the different
methods of geochemistry exploration: profundity environment,
superficial environment, geochemical
anomalies. Laboratorial techniques for the
physical-chemical characterization of soils,
sediments and waters. Techniques of geochemical
exploration. Interpretation of results.
Environmental protection.
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Qualifications:
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Knowledge
and comprehension of the concepts and fundamental
principles of applied geochemistry. Development of
practical and instrumental qualifications in the
domain of the techniques of geochemical
exploration.
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Theoretical: |
Fundamental concepts. Profunditiy environment: models and types of aureoles. Zone
of alteration: geochemical aspects. Superficial
environment: models of dispersion and types of
anomalies. Residual covering anomalies.
Transported covering anomalies. Anomalies in
natural water. Anomalies of draining sediments.
Anomalies in the vegetation.
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Practical:
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Laboratorial techniques for the physical-chemical characterization of
soils, sediments and
waters; applications on engineering. |
Methodologies of
Teaching:
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Theorectical formal and
practical laboratorial classes. Field trips. |
Evaluation:
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Written
theorectical exame (60%) and written practical
exame (40%).
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Pre-requirements:
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Chemistry II, Geochemistry,
Geomathematics. |
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