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Working Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Working Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

GEOL 220 - Mineralogy



Study of classification, chemistry, physical properties, and crystallography of minerals forming rocks, ore deposits and soils. Identification of hand samples. Study of associations of minerals in geologic environments.

Credits: 4
Prerequisites: CHEM 121A   and CHEM 121L   and ( MATH 127   or MATH 128  or higher). No duplicate credit for GEOL 215 and GEOL 220 without department permission.
Notes: Fulfills one of the following UNLV General Education designations: Natural Science with Lab Requirement, Milestone Experience Requirement. Consult your advisor for details.