CH 107 - Chemistry of Daily Life

Institution:

Saint Vincent College

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Description:

This course is designed for the non-science major and is an introductory study of the structure and function of organic molecules, including examples from biochemistry and everyday life. Topics include: basic hydrocarbons, functional group chemistry, proteins, carbohydrates and lipids. Selected topics in biochemistry and how drugs work are presented as well as chemical aspects of current issues such as nutrition, and diabetes. This course does not require math skills beyond pre-algebra. Natural Science Tier 2 Course. Prerequisite: Natural Science Tier 1 Course. Offered Spring semester. Three credits.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stvincent.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 539-9761

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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