CHEM 304 - Environmental Chemistry

Institution:

Jacksonville University

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Description:

Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: A "C" or better in CHEM 104. The objective of this course is to provide an overview of (1) important chemical parameters relating to the environment and (2) important processes that affect the fates and effects of various pollutants. Basic principles of chemical behavior and assessment will be learned by application to the following topics: principles of environmental sampling and analysis, oxygen demand, nutrient enrichment, acidity and alkalinity, complexation, toxicology, partitioning behavior, and atmospheric oxidants. Major classes of contaminants will be addressed, with emphasis on aquatic pollutants. Students will gain elementary problem-solving skills and spreadsheet abilities. The course will consist of classroom lectures, field trips, group activities, and labs. It is geared toward students with a general chemistry background who are interested in chemical aspects of environmental issues.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jacksonville.edu

Phone Number:

(904) 256-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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