Ultra-High-Pressure Experimental Mantle Mineralogy

The paper presents a review of ultra-high pressure mineralogical research done during the period 1975-1978. Attention is given to static pressure experiments because of breakthroughs in technique and discovery during the period. In addition shock pressure experimental results which have contributed to the gains in understanding of the mineralogy of the mantle and the core are also considered. Finally, reference is made to an extensive bibliography in place of discussion.