Atmospheric Physics and Chemistry

As taught in: Spring 2006

Diagram showing molecules in the air that come from the hydrosphere, the biosphere, human activity, and the stratosphere.

Interactions between air pollution and climate. (Image courtesy of Anne Slinn.)

Instructors:

Prof. Gregory McRae

Prof. Ronald Prinn

MIT Course Number:

10.571J / 12.306 / 12.806J

Level:

Graduate

Course Features

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Course Description

This course provides an introduction to the physics and chemistry of the atmosphere, including experience with computer codes. It is intended for undergraduates and first year graduate students.

*Some translations represent previous versions of courses.