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EOS304 Aquatic Geochemistry
University of Galway - Direct Enroll Program
Galway, Ireland
Dates: early Jan 2026 - mid May 2026
EOS304 Aquatic Geochemistry
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: University of Galway
Location: Galway, Ireland
Primary Subject Area: Env. Sciences
Other Subject Area: Chemistry
Instruction in: English
Course Code: EOS304
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 2.5
DESCRIPTION
This course introduces students to the quantitative treatment of chemical processes in aquatic systems. It includes a brief review of chemical thermodynamics and photochemistry as it applies to natural waters. Specific topics covered include acid-base chemistry, precipitation-dissolution, coordination, and redox reactions. Emphasis is on equilibrium calculations as a tool for understanding the variables that govern the chemical composition of aquatic systems and the fate of pollutants.