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Planetary Sciences: a Chemical Perspective
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Abstract
Formation and evolution of the solar system and its planets from a geochemical perspective
Objective
To understand the formation and evolution of the solar system and its planets from a geochemical perspective
Content
The Sun and solid objects in the solar system (planets, comets, asteroids, meteorites, interplanetary dust) are discussed from a geochemical perspective. What does their present-day composition tell us about the origin, formation and evolution of the solar system? The lectures introduce the basics of the terrestrial and giant planets, comets and asteroids, gained from modern space missions and the study of extraterrestrial materials. The chemical and isotopic composition of meteorites, being the most primitive material available for study, is a further major topic.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Sildes and additional materials are available electronically
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes
- Aids
- None
Course Components
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Planetary Sciences: a Chemical Perspective
Students who complete this course are not entitled to register for the course 651-7011-00L Introduction to Planetary Science.
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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Restricted Choice Modules Mineralogy and Geochemistry (A minimum of two restricted choice modules must be completed in the major Mineralogy and Geochemistry.)
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