ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (CHM 351)

Term: Spring 2010

Faculty

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Schedule

Mon-Wed-Fri, 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM (1/13/2010 - 5/17/2010) Location: MAIN MUN 236

Description

Goal: To understand the chemical phenomena behind environmental aspects of atmospheric, water and soil systems. To evaluate the equilibrium between air/water and soil/water interfaces to give students insights into current anthropogenic impacts on biogeochemical cycling. To establish correct field sampling techniques and analysis methods for environmentally affected areas.
Content: This course will focus on advanced chemical aspects of environmental issues ranging from energy content, ocean/atmosphere equilibrium, contaminant transport, and organism storage mechanisms. A specific focus will involve an in-depth analysis on the effect of concentration and pH on soil, water, and atmospheric systems. The laboratory component will involve field sampling experiments combined with instrumental and analytical methods in a traditional laboratory setting.
Taught: Spring, alternate years.
Prerequisite: CHM 101, CHM 102, and CHM 206 (or BIO 203); or permission of instructor.
Credit: 4 hours, c