A. History of the Environmental Movement B. Microbial Ecology a. Major Concerns b. As Part of Ecology i. Interactions 1. Abiotic 2. Biotic C. Ecosystem Functioning i. Trophic Diagrams ii. Microbial Roles II. Biogeochemistry (Nutrient Cycles) A. Generalized Cycles B. Carbon Cycle i. Aerobic ii. Anaerobic 1. Peat 2. Coal/Petroleum 3. “Peak Oil” C. Nitrogen Cycle D. Sulfur Cycle