Introduction to Environmental Chemistry
Academic Level:
Undergraduate
Department:
Science
Subject:
Chemistry
Prerequisites:
None
Corequisites:
Exit Basic Math
Credits:
4
This course explores the earth's atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere from a chemical perspective, and investigates the chemical composition and reactions that characterize the earth's systems. Chemical processes in each of these spheres are used to illustrate and explain fundamental chemical concepts. Other topics include ozone depletion, acid rain, radiochemical dating, and global climate change.
