GEMS: THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE SPARKLE

GEOSCI 331

Course Description

Explores the formation, collection, properties, and treatment of many popular gemstones.

Prerequisties

Junior standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

1 to 2

Offered

Fall, Spring

Grade Point Average

3.6

12.92% from Historical

Completion Rate

97.59%

3.46% from Historical

A Rate

57.83%

76.42% from Historical

Class Size

249

19.55% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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