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Earth Sciences 240a/b Catastrophic Events in Earth History.

The surface of the earth can undergo catastrophic changes, which reflect effects of both internal and external forces. These changes result from earthquakes, volcanism, meteorite impacts, erosion, and related phenomena. The consequences for life on the planet, the forces involved and mechanisms causing change are investigated.

Prerequisite: Earth Sciences 020 or equivalent; or permission of the Department.
3 lecture hours, half course.


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