Global biogeochemical cycles

Introduction. The Origin and Early Evolution of the Earth. Evolution and the Biosphere. Modeling Biogeochemical Cycles. Equilibrium, Rate, And Natural Systems. Tectonic Processes, Continental Free-Board, And the Rate Limiting Step for Continental Denudation. Pedosphere. Sediments. Their Interaction with Biogeochemical Cycles Through Formation. The Oceans. The Atmosphere. The Global Carbon Cycle. The Nitrogen Cycle. The Sulfur Cycle. The Phosphorus Cycle. Trace Metals. Integration in the Context of Global Environmental Issues. Chapter References. Glossary. Index.