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Prereq: 5.60
Units: 3-0-9

Describes the principles that govern the chemical behavior of terrestrial and planetary atmospheres. Reviews chemical reactions and biogeochemical cycles that control the abundance of trace species in the troposphere and stratosphere. Emphasis is placed on the potentially damaging effects of human activity on the chemical balance of the atmosphere. Covers stratospheric ozone depletion, regional and local photochemical smog, and greenhouse gases.

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