ENSCI 4590: Environmental Soil and Water Chemistry
(Dual-listed with AGRON 5590/ ENSCI 5590).
(Cross-listed with AGRON 4590).
Credits: 4. Contact Hours: Lecture 3, Laboratory 3.
Prereq: 6 credit of CHEM; (AGRON 1820 or AGRON 3600); MATH 1400 or higher
An introduction to the chemical properties of soils, chemical reactions and transformations in soils and surface waters, and their impact on the environment. Topics include solution chemistry in soils and surface waters, solid-phase composition of soils, reactions at the solid-solution interface, and applications to contemporary environmental issues. AGRON 3540; GEOL 1000 recommended.
(Typically Offered: Fall)