Geochemistry
Geochemistry
Editor/Author
White, William M.
Publication Year: 2013
Publisher: Wiley
Single-User Purchase Price:
$160.00

Unlimited-User Purchase Price:
$240.00
ISBN: 978-0-47-065667-9
Category: Science - Chemistry
Image Count:
415
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of geochemistry. The book first lays out the geochemical toolbox: the basic principles and techniques of modern geochemistry, beginning with a review of thermodynamics and kinetics as they apply to the Earth and its environs.
Table of Contents
- About the companion website
- Chapter 1: Introduction
- 1.1 Geochemistry
- 1.2 This book
- 1.3 The philosophy of science
- 1.4 Elements, atoms, and chemical bonds: some chemical fundamentals
- 1.5 A brief look at the Earth
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Chapter 2: Energy, entropy and fundamental thermodynamic concepts
- 2.1 The thermodynamic perspective
- 2.2 Thermodynamic systems and equilibrium
- 2.3 Equations of state
- 2.4 Temperature, absolute zero, and the zeroth law of thermodynamics
- 2.5 Energy and the first law of thermodynamics
- 2.6 The second law and entropy
- 2.7 Enthalpy
- 2.8 Heat capacity
- 2.9 The third law and absolute entropy
- 2.10 Calculating enthalpy and entropy changes
- 2.11 Free energy
- 2.12 The maxwell relations
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 3: Solutions and thermodynamics of multicomponent systems
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Phase equilibria
- 3.3 Solutions
- 3.4 Chemical potential
- 3.5 Ideal solutions
- 3.6 Real solutions
- 3.7 Electrolyte solutions
- 3.8 Ideal solutions in crystalline solids and their activities
- 3.9 Equilibrium constants
- 3.10 Practical approach to electrolyte equilibrium
- 3.11 Oxidation and reduction
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 4: Applications of thermodynamics to the Earth
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Activities in non-ideal solid solutions
- 4.3 Exsolution phenomena
- 4.4 Thermodynamics and phase diagrams
- 4.5 Geothermometry and geobarometry
- 4.6 Thermodynamic models of magmas
- 4.7 Reprise: thermodynamics of electrolyte solutions
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 5: Kinetics: the pace of things
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Reaction kinetics
- 5.3 Relationships between kinetics and thermodynamics
- 5.4 Diffusion
- 5.5 Surfaces, interfaces, and interface processes
- 5.6 Kinetics of dissolution and leaching
- 5.7 Diagenesis
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 6: Aquatic chemistry
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Acid–base reactions
- 6.3 Complexation
- 6.4 Dissolution and precipitation reactions
- 6.5 Clays and their properties
- 6.6 Mineral surfaces and their interaction with solutions
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 7: Trace elements in igneous processes
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Behavior of the elements
- 7.3 Distribution of trace elements between coexisting phases
- 7.4 Factors governing the value of partition coefficients
- 7.5 Crystal-field effects
- 7.6 Trace element distribution during partial melting
- 7.7 Trace element distribution during crystallization
- 7.8 Summary of trace element variations during melting and crystallization
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 8: Radiogenic isotope geochemistry
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Physics of the nucleus and the structure of nuclei
- 8.3 Basics of radiogenic isotope geochemistry
- 8.4 Decay systems and their applications
- 8.5 Cosmogenic and fossil isotopes
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 9: Stable isotope geochemistry
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Theoretical considerations
- 9.3 Isotope geothermometry
- 9.4 Isotopic fractionation in the hydrologic system
- 9.5 Isotopic fractionation in biological systems
- 9.6 Paleoclimatology
- 9.7 Hydrothermal systems and ore deposits
- 9.8 Stable isotopes in the mantle and magmatic systems
- 9.9 Isotopes of boron and lithium
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 10: The big picture: cosmochemistry
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 In the beginning … nucleosynthesis
- 10.3 Meteorites: essential clues to the beginning
- 10.4 Time and the isotopic composition of the solar system
- 10.5 Astronomical and theoretical constraints on solar system formation
- 10.6 Building a habitable solar system
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 11: Geochemistry of the solid earth
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 The Earth's mantle
- 11.3 Estimating mantle and bulk earth composition
- 11.4 The Earth's core and its composition
- 11.5 Mantle geochemical reservoirs
- 11.6 The crust
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Chapter 12: Organic geochemistry, the carbon cycle, and climate
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 A brief biological background
- 12.3 Organic compounds and their nomenclature
- 12.4 The chemistry of life: important biochemical processes
- 12.5 Organic matter in natural waters and soils
- 12.6 Chemical properties of organic molecules
- 12.7 Sedimentary organic matter and coal and oil formation
- 12.8 Isotope composition of hydrocarbons
- 12.9 The carbon cycle and climate
- References and suggestions for further reading
- Problems
- Appendix