Geology 460 - Geochemistry

Institution:

Whitman College

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Description:

not offered 2008-09 A broad spectrum of problems that describe earth systems and processes. Use will be made of the principles of equilibrium, thermodynamics, kinetics, oxidation-reduction, and solution chemistry to assess the origin of the earth and the various chemical systems that operate at the surface and at depth. Among the processes studied will be weathering and soils, mineral deposits, water chemistry, environmental geochemistry, and various chemical cycles. Prerequisites: Geology 110, 120, or 210, Chemistry 126 or 140, and consent of instructor. Offered in alternate years.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.whitman.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 527-5111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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