GEOS 4322 - The Earth System

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The University of Texas at Dallas

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Description:

Planet Earth comprises a system of interacting spheres: atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere, all of which have played an important role in Earth processes and Earth history. This course examines these Earth systems and how their interactions over time have effected their evolving compositions, the evolution of life and Earth's climate. The short-term and long-term parts of the Carbon cycle provide the underlying theme for the study of the Earth System. Prerequisites: GEOS 1103, 1104, 1303, 1304, and 2409. (3-0) Y

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utdallas.edu

Phone Number:

(972) 883-2111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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