NATSC 310 - Biogeochemical Cycling

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Roger Williams University

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Fulfills a course requirement in the Environmental Science Core ConcentrationPrerequisite: NATSC 103, NATSC 204, CHEM 192Biogeochemical cycling combines the disciplines of biology,geology and chemistry to investigate the movement of importantelements (such as Carbon, Nitrogen, and Phosphorous) throughthe atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere. Thecourse begins with evidence for and discussion of the evolution ofthe early Earth, from initial differentiation to the rise of oxygenicphotosynthesis. Topics include, rock weathering and the release ofnutrients for the biosphere, the role of life beneath Earth's surface,the nature of biogeochemical reservoirs (e.g. carbon dioxide in theatmosphere and oceans) and the mechanisms of exchange betweenthose reservoirs

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rwu.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 253-1040

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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