2014-2015 University Catalog
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CHEM 458 - Chemical OceanographyCredits: 3 (NR)
The world’s oceans, including a variety of closed basins and estuaries, comprise a complex and dynamic system of chemical processes that interact with biological, geological, physical, and atmospheric processes to play a significant role in defining the earth’s fragile environment. This course will present an overview of the origin, occurrence, and distribution of the chemical components in sea water and an introduction to the basic principals of the chemical processes taking place in the marine environment.
Designated a Green Leaf Course .
Equivalent to GEOL 458
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 314, CHEM 318, CHEM 321, MATH 114, PHYS 243 or PHYS 160. Prerequisite enforced by registration system.
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0
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