Intro to Organic and Biochem

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Introduction of chemistry as applied to the health-related programs. This survey course covers the fundamentals of general, inorganic, organic, and biochemistry, especially as they apply to biological systems. The overview of general chemistry includes atomic structure, bonding, nomenclature, and reactions, as well as radioisotopes, electrolytes, pH, and buffers in biological systems. The organic chemistry component includes naming, chemical reactions, and properties of organic compounds. Also included is the study of important biological compounds including proteins, lipids, enzymes, and carbohydrates. Four hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.