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Astronomy
Term : Summer 2017
Catalog Year : 2016-2017

AST 570 - Astrochemistry


Description: This course covers the synthesis of elements in stars, partitioning of elements between solids, liquids, and gas during the formation of the Solar System, an overview of the chemistry of extraterrestrial materials, isotopic tools to investigate planet formation, a chemical timeline of the Solar System, and chemical case studies of asteroids, comets, and planets. Letter grade only.

Units: 3

Sections offered: Spring 2025

Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree in Physics or Astronomy