This subject will provide the student with a basic understanding to organic chemistry and its relationship to environmental health. Topics covered include nomenclature, structures, uses and reactions of saturated hydrocarbons, unsaturated hydrocarbons, aromatic hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, hydroxyl compounds, carboxylic acids, carbonyl compounds, and amines. Basic knowledge on organic reactions will be introduced. A relationship from the organic chemistry topics to the formation of photochemical smog, acid rain, toxic organic chemicals - chlorinated organic compounds, PCBs, dioxin, and furans will also be explored.
Q1 : For whom does this course intended? A1 : This course is designed for environmental health students and is suitable for anyone with an interest in organic chemistry.
