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GEOL
550

Environmental Soil Chemistry

Hours

3.0 Credit, 3 Lecture, 0 Lab
Chemistry of soil systems at macroscopic and microscopic scales, examined from the perspective of scientists interested in environmental assessment and remediation.

Scientific Writing

Students will competently organize and write a scientific report.

Chemistry Fundamentals

Students will demonstrate the ability to apply fundamental chemical principles (equilibrium, kinetics, redox) to soil systems.

Knowledge of Soil Chemistry

Students will demonstrate familiarity with the identity and behavior of the main chemical species that control soil-chemical conditions.

Environmental Impact

Students will demonstrate knowledge of environmental impacts of soil contamination, and associated remediation strategies.