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CHEM-C 110: THE CHEMISTRY OF LIFE (3 credits)

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A non-mathematical introduction to organic molecules and their transformation to useful materials such as drugs and polymers. An emphasis is placed on the chemical features of biomolecules including hormones and neurotransmitters; proteins; lipids (fats); carbohydrates (sugars); and nucleic acids (DNA/RNA). The chemistry of enzymes, carcinogens, vitamins, antihistamines, anesthetics, genetic engineering, mental health and other health-related topics.