Discussion of the formation of the elements in stellar interiors. Production of stable and unstable isotopes, with emphasis on their rate of decay. Development of the “absolute” time scale. The immensity of time and consequences of energy production are discussed with respect to the “life” of the Earth, other planets and the Sun. Antirequisite(s): The former Earth Sciences 330b. Prerequisite(s): Earth Sciences 2200A/B. Corequisite(s): Pre-or Corequisite(s): Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, 0.5 course. back to top