GEOLOGY APPLIED TO CULTURAL HERITAGE CONSERVATION

To provide knowledge about genesis, morphology and the chemical-physical characterization of natural and artificial lapideous materials, used for cultural heritage and historical buildings. To provide knowledge about alteration and degradation of natural and artificial lapideous materials. To acquire familiarity with the lexicon and with the norms used in the field of Cultural Heritage competence. To know the diagnostic tools aimed at the characterization of the materials constituting the Cultural Heritage

Knowing how to read an historical artistic artefact from the point of view of the materials that constitute it and of any alteration and / or degradation in progress. Know the specific reference standards for natural and artificial stone materials used in Cultural Heritage. Know the diagnostic tools aimed at the characterization of the materials constituting the Cultural Heritage

It is warmly recommended to have passed examination in general chemistry

Genesis and classification of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks with particular reference to the types most used in historical heritage. Use of stone materials in the field of cultural goods in function of their chemical, physical, morphological properties. Characterization of artificial stone materials used in cultural heritage (ceramics, glass, mortar, concrete). Characterization of polymateric artefacts (frescoes, mosaics). Alteration and degradation of natural and artificial stone materials. Main diagnostic methodologies applied to stone materials according to conservation and restoration characterization (optical and electronic microscopy, x-ray diffraction, infrared spectroscopy, etc.). Specific reference standards for natural and artificial stone materials used in cultural heritage (UNI-NorMaL).

E. Lupia Palmieri, M. Parotto - Il globo terrestre e la sua evoluzione - Zanichelli
L. Lazzarini, M. Laurenzi Tabasso - Il restauro della pietra - UTET

Other bibliographic references will be recommended during the course on the basis of the various topics discussed. The teacher will also provide notes and documentation.

Questions will be asked about the program actually carried out. It will be required to recognize samples of natural and / or artificial stone materials and describe their physical and morphological characteristics, the main uses in the cultural heritage as well as the main forms of degradation associated with them. At least one question will be dedicated to the lexicon and / or to the specific regulations.

Frontal teaching and practical identification of common minerals and rocks; During the course, samples of stone materials related to the different types of rock will be submitted to the attention of the students

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In agreement with the students there will be one or more external lessons to study real cases of alteration and degradation of lapideous materials. In addition, at least one visit will be organized in a diagnostic lab within the scientific campus or laboratory outside the campus.

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This subject deals with topics related to the macro-area "Natural capital and environmental quality" and contributes to the achievement of one or more goals of U. N. Agenda for Sustainable Development