Geobiology

4 credits

Introduction to the early record of life on earth. Environmental factors leading to life's diversification. The role of life in biomineralization and biogeochemical cycles. The influence of life on modern environments. Laboratory exercises demonstrate specimens and techniques. Prerequisite: a minimum grade of 2.0 in either CHEM 142 or CHEM 145; and a minimum grade of 2.0 in ESS 213. Offered: A.