Stable Isotopes in the Biosphere

0.5 credits · Undergraduate

A survey of the major stable isotope systems frequently applied in archaeological and ecological contexts: carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, strontium. Lectures provide students with an understanding of fundamental principles governing distribution of stable isotopes in the biosphere and seminars explore case studies. Prerequisite: 70% or higher in ANTH 3153H. Not open to students with credit for ANTH 4163H.