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An introduction to organic chemistry, the molecular foundation to understanding of life, medicine, imaging, energy, and material science. Students will learn structural and bonding models of organic molecules that provide insights into chemical, physical, and reactivity properties, in addition to their biological activities, collectively contributing to the molecularization and thus advancement of many science disciplines. Combining these models with kinetic and thermodynamic analyses allows molecular conversions to be rationalized. Translation of this knowledge to more complex systems enables the synthesis of novel molecules or materials that can positively impact our science, society and environment. A two-hour weekly lab section accompanies the course to introduce the techniques of separation and identification of organic compounds. Prerequisite:
CHEM 31B or
CHEM 31M
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA, GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors:
Brennan, M. (PI)
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Sibucao, K. (PI)
;
Stack, D. (PI)
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Instructors:
Brennan, M. (PI)
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Sibucao, K. (PI)
;
Stack, D. (PI)
;
Wender, P. (PI)
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Acosta Parra, M. (TA)
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Anderson, H. (TA)
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Chen, Y. (TA)
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Deschene, C. (TA)
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Flear, E. (TA)
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Guo, D. (TA)
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Liu, J. (TA)
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Lostica, M. (TA)
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McAteer, O. (TA)
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Pert, E. (TA)
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Razumkov, H. (TA)
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Saunders, A. (TA)
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Sayavong, P. (TA)
;
Yang, J. (TA)
CHEM 121: Understanding the Natural and Unnatural World through Chemistry
Students enrolled in this course will appreciate the transformative power of molecular science on the modern world and how foundational knowledge of chemistry enables profound discoveries in biological, pharmaceutical, agrochemical, engineering, energy, and materials science research. This course integrates the lessons of
CHEM 31 and
CHEM 33 through an examination of the structure-function properties of carbon-based molecules. Specific emphasis is given to the chemistry of carbonyl- and amine-derived compounds, polyfunctionalized molecules, reaction kinetics and thermodynamics, mechanistic arrow-pushing, and retrosynthetic analysis. Students will be empowered with a conceptual understanding of chemical reactivity, physical organic chemistry, and the logic of chemical synthesis. The singular nature of molecular design and synthesis to make available functional molecules and materials will be revealed. A three-hour lab section provides hands on experience with modern chemical methods for preparative and analytical chemistry. Prerequisite
CHEM 33 or co-requisite
CHEM 100 (not required in AY 2020-21 )
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
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