CHEM 5580 - Toxicology

Institution:

Western Michigan University

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Through a lecture/discussion format, the means by which toxicants exert their effects on mammalian, aquatic and ecological systems will be explored. Topics will include bioaccumulation, distribution and excretion of chemicals in the body, the role of metabolism in enhancing or reducing toxicity, mechanisms of toxicity and the effects of toxicants on the major organ systems. Chemodynamic processes which control exposure of organisms will be presented in the context of risk assessment and the problems inherent in predicting and quantifying risks will be discussed. This course is cross-listed with BIOS 5600. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 3500, and CHEM 3550 or CHEM 5540, or permission of instructor. Notes: Undergraduates with junior status and 12 hours of work in chemistry may enroll in 5000-level courses with prior approval of the department chair. Credits: 3 hours Semester Offered: Fall

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 387-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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