EPS 225: Atmospheric Evolution of Rocky Planets (EPS 125)

Earth and Planetary Sciences Stanford University 3.0 credits

Course Description

(Formerly GEOLSCI 125 and 225) This course will cover formation and evolution of the atmospheres of rocky planets, with a focus on atmospheric chemistry. Topics to be discussed include atmospheric structure, energy balance, chemical equilibrium and kinetics, surface reactions, atmospheric escape, volatile delivery, impacts and volcanic outgassing. Topics will be discussed in the context of both the Solar system (Venus, Earth, Mars, Titan) and extrasolar planet observations. To be offered every other year, Winter or Spring quarter. Topics can be adjusted to suit the needs of the students. Change of Department Name: Earth and Planetary Science (Formerly Geologic Sciences).

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