GEOL-4270 (3) Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry

Examines the chemical, biological, geological, and physical processes affecting (and affected by) the chemistry of the oceans. Topics include: chemical separation in seawater; the marine carbon cycle and its long-term control on atmospheric CO2; the large-scale interdependence of nutrient distributions and biological productivity, chemical tracers of ocean circulation; and the chemistry of marine sediments, including early diagenesis. Department enforced requisite, restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors). Department enforced prereqs., CHEM 1113 and CHEM 1114 and introduction to geology and/or oceanography. Requisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).