GSC 300/300L - Introduction to Geochemistry (3/1)

An examination of the interrelationship of geology and chemistry in the near surface environment. Low temperature groundwater systems and geothermal fluids. Topics of discussion include the chemistry of meteoric and connate waters, application of Eh-pH and log fugacity of 02 diagrams to the modeling of aqueous fluids, stable isotopic fractionation in the hydrosphere, chemical reactions at the water-rock interface and dynamics of hydrothermal systems.

Prerequisite(s): CHM 121 and CHM 121L.
Component(s): 3 hours lectures/discussion/problems, 1 three-hour laboratory. Lab time includes field trip.
Grading: Graded
When Offered: Sp
Note(s): Field trip fee required.