Geochemistry of Aquatic Environments

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course is an introduction to the governing principles and processes of aquatic geochemistry. Specific topics will include physical chemistry of natural waters, kinetics of geochemical reactions, the hydrologic cycle, the carbonate system and pH, redox reactions, weathering and mineral-solution equilibria, controls on the composition of rainwater, rivers, and oceans. PREREQUISITES: CHEM 1011.03/1012.03 or equivalent and ERTH 1080.03/1090.03 CROSSLISTED: ERTH 3420.03 FORMATS: Lecture