Environmental Chemistry 1

Catalog description

Introduction to chemistry from an environmental perspective. Introduces subatomic particles, nuclear instability and decay, radon, radiation, fission, fusion, nuclear power, half-life, nucleogenesis, cosmic abundance of elements, quantum mechanics, atomic orbitals, valence, the periodic chart, ionic and covalent bonding, moles, Earth layers, lithosphere, ores, mining, Iron Mountain Mine, acid mine drainage, and physical weathering. Weekly discussion section allows for review, questions, and quizzes.