Petrography
UP - University of Potsdam
last updated: July 19, 2023
About the Laboratory
Petrography
UP - University of Potsdam
@ Sedimentology
This Laboratory
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- Sedimentology Facilities laboratory complex
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Description
Petrography is a powerful tool to investigate rocks samples and loose preparates. By means of a microscope we characterize the morphology, texture and mineralogy of the components as well as to describe post-depositional features (diagenesis). This enables us to perform environmental, biostratigraphic and stable isotope analyses, as well as pore-system evolution studies. Additionally we use Digital Image Analysis to quantify sedimentary fabrics and pore space structures.
Instruments
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Binocular
Binocular Microscope, Stereo Microscope -
Optical Microscope
Light Microscope - Micro Mill
Analytical Methods
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Optical Microscopy
Light Microscopy - Reflected Light Microscopy
- Transmitted Light Microscopy
Laboratory Keywords
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