31.252 - Chemistry of Health & Environment IICredits

Institution:

University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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Description:

4 Extends fundamental molecular principles introduced in 31.251 to physiological processes. Biomacromolecular materials, their structural properties and metabolic processes are explained from a mechanistic molecular perspective. Issues facing human health are discussed and the chemistry is presented in a "need to know" fashion in order to better understand the science behind the issues. Topics include carcinogenicity, endocrine disruption, air bourn pollutants, and persistent bioaccumulating compounds. Health Education Majors, or Community Health Minors; others by permission

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uml.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 934-4000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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