BSc (120 credit hour) Major in Physics combined with a Diploma in Meterology - Atmospheric Chemistry
PHYC 5595 Atmospheric Chemistry
CREDIT HOURS: 3
A fundamental introduction to the physical and chemical processes determining the composition of the atmosphere and its implications for climate, ecosystems, and human welfare. Origin of the atmosphere.Nitrogen, oxygen, carbon, sulfur cycles. Climate and the greenhouse effect. Atmospheric transport and turbulence. Stratospheric ozone. Oxidizing power of the atmosphere. Regional air pollution: aerosols, smog, acid rain.
FORMAT: Lecture
CROSS-LISTING:
OCEA 5595.03,
EXCLUSIONS:
PHYC 4595.03,
OCEA 4595.03