GES 55Q: The California Gold Rush

Preference to sophomores. Topics include: geologic processes that led to the concentration of gold in the river gravels and rocks of the Mother Lode region of California; and environmental impact of the Gold Rush due to population increase, mining operations, and high concentrations of arsenic and mercury in sediments from hard rock mining and milling operations. Recommended: introductory geology.

Terms: Win | Units: 3 | UG Reqs: GER:DBNatSci, WAY-SMA, Writing 2 | Grading: Letter or Credit/No Credit

Instructors: Bird, D.; Garcia Del Real, P. Have something to add? Submit your own review!