Environmental Geochemistry ((4))

Catalog description

Processes that influence the behavior of trace metals and nutrient elements in natural waters, soils, and sediments and control the chemical composition of pristine and polluted surface and groundwater. Topics will include a review of pertinent thermodynamic principles, acid-base equilibria, chemistry of dissolved CO2, metal complexation, precipitation and dissolution of solids, adsorption, and redox reactions. A field trip may be required. 150 minutes of lecture and 150 minutes of lab per week. A course fee is required.