Chemistry and Society

Catalog description

The course will examine the dilemma that we face in our modern world of attempting to balance the great benefits of modern chemical sciences and technology with the risks that accompany those benefits, through the lens of chemicals that have changed the world around us. This course includes a laboratory experience. Prereq: Math 1050, or an ACT math subscore of 22 or higher that is less than two years old, or satisfactory score on Ohio State Math Placement Test. Not open to students with credit for 1100, 1110, 1210, 1610, 1910H, or any Chem course that uses these courses as prerequisites.