12 748 - Introduction to Isotope Chemistry

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Subject:

Description:

Teaches fundamental aspects of isotope chemistry applied to the ongoing evolution of Earth and its major geochemical reservoirs (core, mantle, oceanic and continental crusts, seawater) in the context of solar system evolution. The course introduces students to nuclear physics, nucleosynthesis, mass spectrometry, isotope fractionation processes and the application of important isotope groups to fundamental processes in Earth's chemical evolution.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: Permission of instructor

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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