CHM 221 - Applied Chemistry:Consumer Products

Institution:

Bentley University

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Description:

Provides a secure foundation of the principles of chemistry as they are applied to the study of consumer materials. To gain an understanding of the role of chemicals in consumer materials, students will investigate the composition and properties of selected consumer products. Of special interest and consideration are the potential toxicity of all chemicals, the basic nutritional value of food, the function of food additives, the role of pesticides in pest control, the positive and negative attributes of drugs, the composition of cosmetics, the carbon-based fuels, and the utility of household chemicals. Brand comparisons are conducted in the laboratory by exploring the ingredients and the properties of selected consumer products.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bentley.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 523-2354

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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