An introduction to the chemistry of natural organic matter in the ocean, biosphere, and geosphere. Topics include marine organic carbon production and export, fossil fuel formation, tools for identifying ancient life and paleo-environmental conditions (biomarkers, isotopes), and the global impacts of organic carbon burial on global biogeochemical cycles. Term paper required for graduate section.

Prerequisites: CHEM 1C

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RAVEN M R
Morgan Raven
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16:00 PM - 16:50 PM
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PSB-S2712
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EARTH4 . Raven M R 3 Years Ago

shes very nice and gives you lots of chances, but a lot of little tasks

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EARTH4 . Raven M R 3 Years Ago

Professor Raven is just decent.; meh at best. She doesnt go above and beyond and just expects that her twice weekly online lectures will do the trick in regards to the midterm and final exam which they dont! Lots of very specific questions on concepts she barely touched over. The work its self is simply busy work and feels rather pointless.

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EARTH4 . Raven M R 3 Years Ago

Prof Raven's passion is reflected in her lectures. There is a lot of filler work and the tests are slightly more difficult than the rest of the material (the case for most classes). I managed a decent grade with minimal effort BECAUSE I've taken geology/environmental classes before. It's not a difficult class but you do have to put in the work!

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EARTH4 . Raven M R 3 Years Ago

Don't know why people say this class is easy but it is not at all. The materials are boring and tons of heavy readings. You need to do all the readings yourself since her lecture won't help with the lab/quizzes. Look for another easier GE class if you can.

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EARTH4 . Raven M R 3 Years Ago

Don't take her class if you are not required to. I've never taken a GE class that requires THAT MUCH of work. She wants you to basically read everything from the textbook to do the quizzes(which are really hard) and what she taught in class are NOT relevant to the quizzes. You will fail if you don't read.

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EARTH4 . Raven M R 4 Years Ago

Prof Raven is very passionate about her work, which makes this class so enjoyable. Fascinating curriculum, easy lectures, fairly simple weekly assignments, a midterm, and a final. No curveballs on any assignments/exams, and always accessible outside of class. Highly recommend!

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