Introduction to the study of the Earth
as a dynamic, evolving planet. Emphasis on how internal and surface
processes combine to shape the environment. Themes: Earth's interior
as revealed by seismic waves; Earth history and global tectonics
shown by changes to ocean floors, mountain-building, formation
of continents, earthquakes, and volcanism; climate history and
global biogeochemical cycles, influenced by circulation of atmosphere
and oceans, ice ages, and human activity. Composition and structure
of rocks and minerals. Three class hours and one two-hour lab
a week. Note: L19-201 is the same as L19-200A. Students may not
receive credit for both classes.
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