The Chemistry of Life
C110
About This Course
C110 The Chemistry of Life (3 cr.) High school chemistry recommended.
Optional laboratory: C115. A non-mathematical introduction to organic
molecules and their transformation to useful materials such as drugs
and polymers. An emphasis is placed on the chemical features of
biomolecules including hormones and neurotransmitters; proteins;
lipids (fats); carbohydrates (sugars); and nucleic acids (DNA/RNA).
The chemistry of enzymes, carcinogens, vitamins, antihistamines,
anesthetics, genetic engineering, mental health, and other
health-related topics.