Environmental Chemistry
(Sophomore or Junior; 1 credit; Prerequisites: Algebra 1)
This course is concerned with the effect of chemistry on the earth’s dynamic systems and environment; we must understand how natural chemical systems and cycles work. Students will study the chemistry of the natural environment from soil to sky, from the geologic history of the earth to the greenhouse effects of carbon dioxide and other gases, the implications of human action on the environment. Current issues, such as climate change, ozone depletion, air and water pollution, use of pesticides in the food supply, and alternative sources of energy, are discussed. Chemical theories and principles are introduced as needed, recognizing that before we can evaluate the changes to our environment, we must understand how natural chemical systems and cycles work. Students will study the chemistry of the natural environment from soil to sky, from geologic history of the earth to the greenhouse effects of carbon dioxide and other gasses.
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This course is concerned with the effect of chemistry on the earth’s dynamic systems and environment; we must understand how natural chemical systems and cycles work. Students will study the chemistry of the natural environment from soil to sky, from the geologic history of the earth to the greenhouse effects of carbon dioxide and other gases, the implications of human action on the environment. Current issues, such as climate change, ozone depletion, air and water pollution, use of pesticides in the food supply, and alternative sources of energy, are discussed. Chemical theories and principles are introduced as needed, recognizing that before we can evaluate the changes to our environment, we must understand how natural chemical systems and cycles work. Students will study the chemistry of the natural environment from soil to sky, from geologic history of the earth to the greenhouse effects of carbon dioxide and other gasses.
