Essentials of Geochemistry - Hardcover

Walther, John V.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0763726427 ISBN 13: 9780763726423

Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc, 2005

Synopsis

Updated throughout with the latest data and findings, the Second Edition of Essentials of Geochemistry provides students with a foundation in geochemistry and an introduction to the approaches used in modern geochemical analysis. The text uses a concepts of chemical equilibrium approach, which considers the reactions that occur as a result of changes in heat production and pressure within the Earth, to introduce students to the basic geochemical principles. This text is suited to those who want a quantitative treatment that integrates the principles of thermodynamics, solution chemistry, and kinetics into the study of Earth processes. This timely text contains numerous examples and problems sets, which use SUPCRT92, to allow students to test their understanding of thermodynamic theory and maximize their comprehension of this prominent field. New sections introduce current hot topics such as global geochemical change with the shortand long term carbon cycle, carbon isotopes and the Permo Triassic extinction event, kinetics and the origin of life, and the use of boron and nitrogen isotopes.

About this edition

• Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0763726427
• ISBN 13: 9780763726423
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 704