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2013-2014 General/Graduate Catalog - Expires August 2019 [Archived Catalog]

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CHEM 320 - Foundations of Organic Chemistry

A survey of nomenclature, reaction, and physical properties of organic functional groups, including a brief discussion of sugars, proteins, and nucleic acids. Limited exposure to theory and a preliminary introduction to mechanism to facilitate understanding of stereochemistry and reactions. Laboratory develops elementary techniques for running organic reactions and purification and characterization of organic molecules by simple tests (laboratory 3 hours per week). Course is intended for BA Biology majors and other majors requiring only one semester of organic chemistry.

Prerequisite:  .
Credits: 4
When Offered: (spring, even calendar years)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.


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