LABGEO. Geological sample preparation lab
LabGeo focuses on the preparation of various types of samples for further analysis, addressing different needs such as petrological studies (thin section preparation), specific microanalysis and compositional maps (mirror-polished thin sections), preparations for chalcography, sample preparation of different materials (teeth, fossils, concrete, cutting, sand, etc.). Material samples for chemical analysis, particle size analyzes and heavy mineral concentration (zircon, monazite, etc.) are also prepared.
Equipment
Thin section preparation line Large-sized rock cutting saw; medium-sized rock cutting saw; Petrothin; Polisher. Geochemistry line Pulverisette 1 Crusher/Grinder ; Disc mill; Pulverisette 9; Agate mill. Mineral and material separation line Automatic sifter; Precision and half-load scales; Wilfley table; magnetic separator. Other equipment at LabGeo Drying ovens; ultrasonic cleaner; polarizing microscope; Petrobond; Petroview; |
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Preparation types
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Researchers in charge: Dr. Juan A. Murra and Dr. Francisco Locati
Lab technicians: Geól. Graciela Toledo and Sr. Maximiliano Medina
Contact
Lab E-mail: labgeo.cicterra@gmail.com
Resarchers in charge E-mail: juan.murra@unc.edu.ar; flocati@unc.edu.ar
Tel: +54 – 351 – 4344980 (extension 103) / +54 – 351 – 5353800 (extension 30234)