Fluid Inclusion Microthermometry

The fluid inclusion laboratory contains a new Linkam TH600 programmable heating and freezing stage. This is used for thermometric measurement of phase transitions in aqueous-carbonic liquids and gases. Crystal-rich and vitreous inclusions are studied as any other solids, using a combination of electron and ion beam microanalysis. Crystal-rich inclusions are homogenized to glass under pressure in the experimental geochemistry laboratory.

Other Facilities

Visit the School's website at http://geology.ou.edu/ to see a list of other pertinent research facilities, including x-ray diffraction, x-ray fluorescence, and various labs for stable isotopic analysis.