ENVIRSC 4N03 - Global Biogeochemical Cycles

3 unit(s)

This course focusses on global cycles of elements and energy, the role of biological processes in these cycles, and the concurrent influence of these cycles on biology and its environment. Topics will include the use of isotopic analysis to understand modern and past cycles, the interaction between global and local processes, and natural and anthropogenic effects on biogeochemical cycles.
Two lectures, one lab (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): One of BIOLOGY 2F03, CHEM 2PD3, CHEMBIO 2P03, EARTHSC 2L03, 2Q03, ENVIRSC 2L03, 2Q03, ISCI 2A18 A/B. One of EARTHSC 3CC3, 3L03, 3O03, ENVIRSC 3CC3, 3L03, 3O03 is strongly recommended.
Antirequisite(s): EARTHSC 4N03, 4O03, ENVIRSC 4O03