Understanding thermodynamic relationships and geochemical mass balances from catchment to coast: A tribute to the life and career of Owen P. Bricker III
This special volume of aquatic geochemistry is dedicated to the memory of Owen Peterson Bricker III (1936–2011) and serves as a tribute to his life and career. Owen had a distinguished and productive research career in both academics at Johns Hopkins University (Fig. 1) and as a public servant with the Maryland Geological Survey, the US Environmental Protection Agency, and the US Geological Survey. He was a pioneer and leader in aqueous geochemistry, who applied a study approach that quantified mineral weathering reactions and equilibrium thermodynamic relations to better understand the chemical evolution of stream water in small watersheds. He will be especially remembered for his efforts to establish rigorous field studies in small catchments around the United States as a means of quantifying the sources of acid-neutralizing capacity that affect the chemical status and biological health of natural waters.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2014 |
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Title | Understanding thermodynamic relationships and geochemical mass balances from catchment to coast: A tribute to the life and career of Owen P. Bricker III |
DOI | 10.1007/s10498-014-9229-8 |
Authors | Suzanne B. Bricker, Fred T. Mackenzie, Jill Baron, Jason Price |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Aquatic Geochemistry |
Index ID | 70168565 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Fort Collins Science Center |