The principal investigator will develop models and conduct computer simulations of processes that take place in high-temperature metamorphic rocks known as granulites. The models will incorporate simultaneous operation of both net transfer and exchange reactions, as well as intracrystalline diffusion in various zoned minerals. The goal is to reproduce the type of zoning and reaction histories observed in natural rocks. This will aid geologists in interpreting the histories of these rocks.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Earth Sciences (EAR)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
9104765
Program Officer
Maryellen Cameron
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1991-07-15
Budget End
1993-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1991
Total Cost
$58,748
Indirect Cost
Name
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Troy
State
NY
Country
United States
Zip Code
12180