This course has no prerequisites and will fulfill a science requirement. Concepts of classical nutrition, such as minimal daily requirements of nutrients, are included but not emphasized. An introduction to the study of chemistry for nonscience majors. Fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry are discussed and applied to chemical reactions and phenomena. A continuation of CH 81, emphasizing organic chemistry and the chemistry of living systems.
Experiments focus on measurements, separations, analysis and synthesis.
A one-semester course that presumes no previous chemistry and is intended to fulfill a science requirement. The course consists of an introduction to atomic and molecular structure and the correlation of structural models to observable phenomena. The course proceeds to present and discuss topics of both historical and current relevance to society. These topics include environmental issues, energy sources, natural products and the application of chemistry in industry and medicine. This course explores the flow of energy in modern society from the perspective of chemistry.