Organic Chemistry I

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Introduction to structure, nomenclature, physical properties, preparation and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, conjugated dienes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers, epoxides, aldehydes, and ketones. Other topics include stereochemistry, conformations of molecules, acids, bases, and reaction mechanisms. Prereq: Chem 1208, or 1210, or 1250, or 1610 or 1910H; and Chem 1220, or 1620 or 1920H; and Math Placement Level L or M, or a grade of C- or above in Math 1120, 1130, 1131, 1148, 1150, or above. Not open to students with credit for Chem 2520, 2610, 2620, 2910H, or 2920H.