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Calculation of a Norm from a Bulk Chemical Analysis
http://minerva.union.edu/hollochk/c_petrology/norms.htm
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This website contains a link to an Excel spreadsheet program that calculates norms from a bulk chemical analysis of a rock. The site briefly explains norms and provides instructions for the calculation of a norm in 26 steps. This resource is part of the Teaching Petrology collection. http://serc.carleton.edu/NAGTWorkshops/petrology03/index.html
Intended for grade levels:
  • College (13-14)
  • College (15-16)
  • Graduate / Professional
Type of resource:
  • For the classroom:
    • Computer activity
  • Text:
    • Policy / Procedure
  • Tools:
    • Calculation / Conversion
Subject:
  • Geological Sciences:
    • Geochemistry
    • Geology
    • Mineralogy or petrology
Technical requirements:
Excel spreadsheet
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
All material found on the Union College Web Site is copyright to Union College and may not be reproduced without prior written authorization.
DLESE Catalog ID: SERC-NAGT-000-000-000-197
Related resources:
This resource is part of 'Petrology Home Page'
http://minerva.union.edu/hollochk/c_petrology/
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Contact: Dr Kurt Hollocher
Geology Department