Applying Chemistry to Society

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An introduction to fundamental chemical principles and how they can be applied to modern societal issues such as climate change, alternative energy, clean water access, recycling, food production, and drugs. These topics are investigated through various scientific, political, economic, and socio-cultural lenses to learn how science informs public policy. Designed for students with no previous education in chemistry. Prerequisite(s): Completion of FSRC Pillar Corequisite(s): None *Fulfills Civitae Core PSRC SI