Provides an overview of the physical and chemical environment of planet Earth. Fundamental chemistry and physics is introduced in the process of learning about Earth in a holistic way. The influence of human societies on the global environment is one focus of discussion. Earth's many spheres are explored first: the lithosphere; the atmosphere; the hydrosphere, and the ecosphere. Then global cycles of carbon, nitrogen, and several other elements are studied in the context of basic sciences and societal issues.
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University of California, Santa Cruz
ENVS 23 at UCSC: average GPA 3.22 across 979 students. Grade distribution by term. Provides an overview of the physical and chemical environment of planet…
Average GPA: 3.22
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