Prerequisites: both CHEM 001C and CHEM 01LC or both CHEM 01HC and CHEM 1HLC or equivalents; GEO 001 with a grade of "C-" or better or GEO 002 with a grade of "C-" or better
Description: Explores the global car- bon cycle and the origin and fate of organic carbon molecules throughout Earth’s history. Covers produc- tion and composition of biogenic matter and micro- bial, chemical and thermal processing of sedimentary organic matter, leading to oil, gas and coal formation. Addresses important applications to the petroleum and environmental sectors.