PHYS 018 - Energy and the Environment

Institution:

University of California-Riverside

Subject:

Description:

Lecture, 3 hours; discussion, 1 hour. Prerequisite(s): none. Applies the fundamental physics of energy sources and energy balance in the environment and to models of weather and the "Greenhouse Effect." Explores theenvironmental impact of solar, fossil fuel, and nuclear energy. Covers thermodynamics, energy and mass flow, and the limitations of modeling. Helps in making informed decisions about environmental issues.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.UCR.EDU

Phone Number:

(951) 827-1012

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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