The application of thermodynamics and kinetics to the understanding of geological processes in the Earth Sciences. Distribution of the elements, and practical uses of isotopes and elemental tracers. Geochemical actions and transactions within, and among, the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere, including the impact of human evolution and environmental geochemistry. Practical application of geochemistry to solving problems in natural systems will be emphasized. A practical involving problems, laboratory experience and field experience will be part of the course. (0/27/0/21/0) PREREQUISITES: APSC 131, GEOE 232 (GEOL 232), GEOE 235 (GEOL 235), or permission of the instructor
