Environmental Geochemistry

Undergraduate

Processes such as element and nutrient cycling, and contaminant mobility in near-surface geologic settings. Topics covered will build knowledge of environmental systems by expanding on concepts of chemical phase equilibria, chemical kinetics, and redox reactions in natural systems. The transformation of both natural and anthropogenic chemical compounds will be discussed. Interactions between terrestrial, freshwater, and marine systems will be covered and will include legacy and emerging contaminants (e.g., acid mine drainage). (Prerequisite: CHEM-2400 or ESCI-2131) (3 lecture and/or tutorial hours per week.)